Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh lobster meat (about 2 medium lobsters)
- 4 New England-style hot dog buns (preferably split-top)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chives or green onions, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter (for toasting the buns, optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add lobsters and cook for 8–10 minutes until bright red. Cool and extract the meat from claws and tails, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, combine lobster meat, mayonnaise, celery, lemon juice, chives, salt, and pepper. Mix gently to keep the lobster tender.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Toast buns on both sides until golden, about 2–3 minutes per side.
- Fill toasted buns generously with the lobster mixture. Serve immediately while warm and fresh.
Notes
- Substitute shrimp or crab for lobster if unavailable.
- Use avocado or vegan mayo for a dairy-free version.
- Use gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps for gluten-free/low-carb options.
- Prepare the lobster filling ahead of time and store in the fridge until ready to serve.
- Do not reheat the lobster mixture to avoid toughness—serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
