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lobster rolls with drawn butter

Lobster Rolls with Drawn Butter

Classic New England style lobster rolls served warm with rich, melted drawn butter for dipping. Succulent lobster meat lightly tossed with mayonnaise and chives, nestled in a toasted, buttered split-top bun.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 rolls
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Seafood
Cuisine: American, New England
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lobster Rolls
  • 1 lb Cooked lobster meat (tail, claw, and knuckle) Roughly chopped or kept in chunks
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise Use high quality
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh chives Finely snipped
  • 1/2 teaspoon Celery salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper Freshly ground
  • 4 Buns New England style hot dog buns (split-top)
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter For toasting buns
For the Drawn Butter
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the Lobster Salad: In a medium bowl, gently combine the chopped cooked lobster meat, mayonnaise, lemon juice, chives, celery salt, and black pepper. Mix just until combined, taking care not to over-mix or shred the lobster entirely.
  2. Chill the Lobster Salad: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the lobster mixture for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  3. Prepare the Drawn Butter: Melt the 1/2 cup of butter in a small saucepan over very low heat. Allow the butter to gently melt completely. For true drawn butter, let the milk solids settle to the bottom; carefully spoon or pour off the clear, golden butterfat into a small serving ramekin, leaving the solids behind.
  4. Toast the Buns: Spread the exterior sides of the split-top buns lightly with 2 tablespoons of soft butter. Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the buns butter-side down on the skillet and toast until golden brown and crisp, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  5. Assemble the Rolls: Generously fill each toasted bun cavity with the chilled lobster salad mixture. Do not overstuff, as the butter is intended for dipping.
  6. Serve Immediately: Serve each lobster roll warm alongside the ramekin of hot drawn butter for dipping and enjoying.

Notes

For the best experience, use fresh, high-quality lobster meat. Chilled lobster salad served in warm, buttery toast provides the perfect temperature contrast.