LOBSTER BLT

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Provided by Jonathan King

Categories     Sandwich     Tomato     Mayonnaise     Basil     Bacon     Lobster     Summer     Lettuce

Yield Makes 2 very generous sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 16

For the lobster salad and sandwich
two 1 1/4-pound live lobsters, or 1 3/4 cups cooked
lobster meat.
Salt
4 ounces great-quality thick-sliced smoked bacon (3 to 4 slices)
1 stalk celery, finely diced
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 slices brioche bread, white bread, a crusty roll, or your favorite bread
4 Romaine or Buttercrunch lettuce leaves
2 to 4 thick slices vine-ripened tomato
For the basil aïoli
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup thinly sliced basil leaves
2 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • To cook the lobsters: Fill a large pot with enough water to come about 2 inches up the sides of the pot. Bring to a boil over high heat. Add a pinch of salt. Add the lobsters, shell side down, cover, and let steam for 12 minutes. Drain the lobsters and let cool.
  • When the lobster is cool enough to handle, remove the meat from the tails and claws and very coarsely chop. You should have between 1 2/3 and 1 3/4 cups of meat. Set aside in a medium bowl. )Save the bodies and shells for snacking on or for making a lobster broth).
  • Cook the bacon in a skillet until crisp on both sides, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
  • To make the basil aïoli: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, basil, and oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate; the aïoli will keep for several days. (You will have more aïoli than you need here; save for use in chicken sandwiches, chickensalad, roast beef and cheddar cheese sandwiches, and more.)
  • Add the celery to the lobster. Fold in 2 tablespoons of the aïoli and the lemon juice to lightly coat the ingredients. Season with salt and pepper. Store in the refrigerator for up to 6 hours if not making the BLTs at once.
  • To assemble a BLT: Lightly toast the bread. Spread the toast with a light dollop of the basil aïoli, just under a tablespoon on each piece of bread. Divide the bacon, lettuce leaves, tomato slices, and lobster salad between 2 slices of the toast. Cover with the remaining 2 slices toast. Slice the sandwiches in half on the diagonal.
  • favorite variations
  • • Substitute cooked crabmeat for the lobster.
  • • You can omit the bacon.
  • • Serve this as a Lobster BLT Salad: Line a plate with a mixture of good greens, pile on the lobster salad and surround with the tomatoes and the bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces. Drizzle lightly with olive oil and vinegar.

Rachel Komakoma
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I've never made a lobster BLT before. I'm excited to try this recipe.


Kevin Wanoi
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This recipe looks delicious! I'm definitely going to try it this weekend.


Angel Gabriel
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I'm not sure if I have all of the ingredients for this recipe. I'll have to check my pantry.


Drake Mu Niga yo
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I'm allergic to shellfish, so I can't try this recipe. :(


Jani Magsi
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This recipe is a bit pricey, but I think it would be worth it for a special occasion.


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I'm not a big fan of lobster, but I'm willing to try this recipe. It looks delicious.


Fabricio Alva
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This recipe is very similar to one that I use. I'm always looking for new ways to make lobster BLTs, so I'm excited to try this one.


William Whitten
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I love lobster BLTs! This recipe looks delicious. I can't wait to try it.


Kc Laxman
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I think I'll try a different one next time.


Daniel Schoeman
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I made this lobster BLT for my family and they loved it! The lobster was cooked perfectly and the bacon was crispy. The combination of flavors was amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rabeya Sultana
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The lobster BLT was a bit too rich for my taste. The lobster was cooked well, but the bacon was a bit too crispy. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Michelle De La Cruz
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This recipe was easy to follow and the lobster BLT turned out delicious. The lobster was cooked perfectly and the bacon was crispy. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Alisya Odpurev
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I had a little difficulty finding lobster, so I used shrimp instead. It turned out great! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the bacon was crispy. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rana Arshad
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I've made this lobster BLT several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The lobster is always cooked perfectly and the bacon is always crispy. The combination of flavors is amazing.


Tofajjal Hosan
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This lobster BLT was a hit at my last party! The combination of lobster, bacon, lettuce, and tomato is a classic for a reason. The lobster was cooked perfectly and the bacon was crispy. I highly recommend this recipe.