PERFECT LOBSTER ROLL
Our classic New England recipe is an ideal introduction to lobster rolls. Once you've mastered it, check out our regional takes below. Whichever version you choose, pair it with a chilled rose or crisp lager.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Steam Lobster: In a large pot lined with a steamer basket, bring 1 inch of water to a boil. Drop the lobsters headfirst into the pot and cover. Reduce heat to a simmer and steam until the shells just turn bright red, 12 to 14 minutes. To check for doneness, pull on an antenna; if it releases from the shell with little resistance, the lobster is properly cooked. (Many seafood markets will do the steaming for you -- just ask.)
- Extract Meat: Hold the tail in one hand and the body in the other; twist and pull to separate. For claws and legs, twist and pull where they're attached to the body. Use lobster- or nutcrackers or a mallet to crack the shells. To get all the meat out in one swift motion, insert a fork into the underside of the tail and push up. Then chop into bite-size pieces.
- Mix, Toast, and Fill: In a bowl, stir together mayonnaise, lemon juice, and salt. Fold in chopped lobster meat. Heat a large skillet (preferably cast-iron) over medium. Generously brush top and sides of buns with butter. (Top-split are narrower than side-split, so you get a greater ratio of lobster to bread.) Place buns, flat-side down, in skillet and toast, flipping halfway through, until crisp and golden on both sides, about 3 minutes. Divide lobster meat among buns and serve, with lemon wedges and potato chips.
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Jorge Calvario
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to follow and the lobster rolls always turn out perfect.
Spencer Brown
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The lobster rolls are delicious and easy to make.
Samara obyed
[email protected]These lobster rolls are the best I've ever had. I highly recommend them.
Laura Stanford
[email protected]I made these lobster rolls for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.
Ghada Alsharif
[email protected]This recipe is a bit pricey, but it's worth it for a special occasion. The lobster rolls are amazing!
Shakel Sheikh
[email protected]I've tried several lobster roll recipes, but this one is my favorite. The lobster meat is always cooked perfectly and the rolls are always toasted to perfection.
Shareena Hassan
[email protected]These lobster rolls are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family and friends.
Monique Hinrichsen
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of lobster, but these rolls were amazing! The lobster meat was so tender and flavorful.
Claudia Leos
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for lobster rolls. They're always delicious.
Emy Harley
[email protected]I love this recipe! The lobster rolls are always a hit at parties.
Zackaryah Garza
[email protected]These lobster rolls are the best I've ever had. The lobster meat is so tender and flavorful.
Zan Zan jani
[email protected]I've never made lobster rolls before, but this recipe made it easy. The rolls were perfect and the lobster meat was cooked to perfection.
Jusna Parvin
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The lobster rolls are amazing! I highly recommend using fresh lobster meat.
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[email protected]I made this recipe for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the lobster rolls. They were so delicious and easy to make.
aliraza Tufail
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the lobster rolls turned out great! I used fresh lobster meat and the rolls were so light and fluffy. Definitely a keeper!
EiEi Thwe
[email protected]I've tried many lobster roll recipes, but this one is by far the best. The secret is in the homemade mayonnaise. It's so rich and creamy, and it really takes the lobster roll to the next level.
Damost Highsun
[email protected]This lobster roll recipe is a winner! The lobster meat was tender and juicy, and the roll was perfectly toasted and buttery. I will definitely be making this again.