Ultimate Lobster Rolls Recipe – Two Ways (Classic Mayo & Warm Butter)

Dive into New England's favorite seafood sandwich with two deliciously decadent versions of lobster rolls!

Whether you're team creamy mayo or team warm butter, these easy lobster roll recipes will transport your taste buds straight to the coast.

Perfectly seasoned, tender lobster meat served up on buttery toasted rolls—this is seafood heaven!

What You'll Need: Shopping List

• Fresh lobster tails or meat (1½ lbs per recipe, 3 lbs total for both)

• Split-top brioche or hot dog buns

• Unsalted butter

• Mayonnaise

• Lemon juice

• Fresh chives or parsley

• Celery (optional)

• Sea salt and black pepper

• Paprika or Old Bay seasoning (optional)

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1. Classic Maine Lobster Roll (Mayo-Based)

Ingredients:

• 1½ lbs cooked lobster meat, roughly chopped

• ⅓ cup mayonnaise

• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

• 2 tbsp celery, finely diced (optional)

• 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped

• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• Paprika or Old Bay seasoning, pinch (optional)

• 4 split-top brioche or hot dog buns

• 2 tbsp butter, softened

Instructions:

1. Prepare Lobster Salad: In a bowl, mix lobster meat, mayonnaise, lemon juice, celery (if using), chives, salt, pepper, and a pinch of paprika or Old Bay seasoning. Gently stir to combine without breaking the lobster chunks.

2. Toast the Buns: Spread butter on the sides of each bun and toast in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown.

3. Assemble: Generously spoon lobster salad into each bun. Garnish with extra chives or a sprinkle of paprika for color.

2. Warm Connecticut Lobster Roll (Butter-Based)

Ingredients:

• 1½ lbs cooked lobster meat, chopped into large chunks

• ½ cup unsalted butter

• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• Fresh parsley or chives, finely chopped, for garnish

• 4 split-top brioche or hot dog buns

• 2 tbsp butter, softened (for buns)

Instructions:

1. Warm Lobster in Butter: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add lobster meat, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir gently until warmed through, approximately 2-3 minutes.

2. Toast the Buns: Spread butter on each bun and toast lightly until golden and crispy.

3. Assemble: Load warm lobster meat into buns. Drizzle any extra melted butter from the pan over the lobster. Garnish with parsley or chives.

Lobster Roll Serving Tips:

• Serve with potato chips, coleslaw, or dill pickles for an authentic New England meal.

• Pair with a chilled glass of white wine or a crisp beer.