OPEN-FACED LOBSTER "ROLLS" WITH AVOCADO SPREAD

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Open-Faced Lobster

This lighter take on the lobster roll exchanges the mayo for a lemon-avocado puree and the usual buttered roll for a slice of grilled bread.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 40m

Yield Makes 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 whole lobsters (1 3/4 pounds each)
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 ripe Hass avocado
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 2 lemons)
2 scallions, thinly sliced on the bias
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
4 slices rustic Italian bread, grilled or toasted
2 cups watercress
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
Garnish: finely grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Prepare an ice-water bath. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Plunge lobsters into water headfirst, and simmer, covered, for 11 minutes. (Do not let water boil.) Transfer to ice-water bath using tongs. Let stand for 10 minutes to cool.
  • Crack lobster claws, knuckles, and tails, and remove meat. Chop meat into chunks.
  • Toast fennel seeds in a skillet over medium-high heat for 1 minute; grind. Transfer to a food processor; pulse with avocado, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 teaspoons scallions, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and some pepper until smooth.
  • Spread avocado mixture onto bread; top with watercress. Arrange lobster meat on top, and sprinkle with remaining scallions. Drizzle with remaining tablespoon lemon juice and the oil. Garnish with lemon zest.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 g, Cholesterol 85 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 805 g

Rino Shan
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I made these lobster rolls for my family and they loved them! The avocado spread was a hit. I will definitely be making these again.


Osiris
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These lobster rolls were amazing! The avocado spread was the perfect complement to the lobster. I will definitely be making these again.


Hom Thapa Magar
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These lobster rolls were a bit too rich for my taste. The avocado spread was very creamy and the lobster was cooked perfectly, but it was just too much for me. I think I would prefer a lobster roll with a lighter spread.


Ajaib Shahzaib
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I made these lobster rolls and they were delicious! The avocado spread was a great addition. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Jan Visagie
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These lobster rolls were easy to make and turned out great! The avocado spread was a nice touch. I will definitely be making these again.


Cumar Maxamed
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These lobster rolls were a hit at my party! Everyone loved them. The avocado spread is a great addition. It adds a creamy, rich flavor that complements the lobster perfectly.


Chinioti Chadhar
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I've made lobster rolls many times before, but this recipe is definitely my favorite. The avocado spread is a game-changer. It adds so much flavor and creaminess. I will definitely be making these again and again.


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These lobster rolls were delicious! The avocado spread added a creamy, rich flavor that complemented the lobster perfectly. The rolls were also very easy to make, which was a bonus.


lojain Mohamed
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I made these lobster rolls for my family and they loved them! The avocado spread was a hit. I will definitely be making these again.


Brianne Daniel
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These lobster rolls were amazing! The avocado spread was the perfect complement to the lobster. I will definitely be making these again.


Kenpachi Ramasama
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These lobster rolls were a bit too rich for my taste. The avocado spread was very creamy and the lobster was cooked perfectly, but it was just too much for me. I think I would prefer a lobster roll with a lighter spread.


Bentley Jensen
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I made these lobster rolls and they were delicious! The avocado spread was a great addition. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Becca Wicklund
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These lobster rolls were easy to make and turned out great! The avocado spread was a nice touch. I will definitely be making these again.


lanie lopez
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I made these lobster rolls for a special occasion and they were a hit! Everyone loved them. The avocado spread is a great addition. It adds a creamy, rich flavor that complements the lobster perfectly.


Haidyn Chambo
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These lobster rolls were delicious! The lobster was cooked perfectly and the avocado spread was so creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Eli Jollie
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I've made lobster rolls many times before, but this recipe is definitely my favorite. The avocado spread is a game-changer. It adds so much flavor and creaminess. I will definitely be making these again and again.


Paula Renderoz
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These lobster rolls were a hit at my party! The avocado spread added a creamy, rich flavor that complemented the lobster perfectly. The rolls were also very easy to make, which was a bonus.