Best 2 Maine Lobster Rolls Recipes

Heralded as the quintessential summer seafood treat, the Maine lobster roll reigns supreme in the culinary realm. Its succulent lobster meat, encased in a soft, buttered bun, has captured the hearts and taste buds of countless food enthusiasts worldwide. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the secrets to crafting the perfect Maine lobster roll, transforming your kitchen into a coastal haven where the freshest flavors of the sea take center stage.

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MAINE COAST LOBSTER ROLLS

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Here is the simplest of recipes, brought to The Times in 2001 by Jason Epstein in the low, dispiriting weeks that followed the attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon. He was inspired, he wrote, by the food writer M.F.K. Fisher's account of a disastrous love affair, and quoted her in his article about cooking for friends at that time: "We returned to the life that had been so real, like fog or smoke, caught in the current of air. We were two ghosts [but] very live ghosts, and drank and ate and saw and felt and made love better than ever before, with an intensity that seemed to detach us utterly from life." Thus, of course, lobster rolls.

Provided by The New York Times

Categories lunch, main course

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 pound cooked lobster meat
4 stalks crisp, cold celery
1 to 1 1/4 cups Hellmann's mayonnaise
6 hot dog rolls, top-sliced (not side-sliced)
Paprika (optional)
Capers (optional)
4 tablespoons butter, melted (optional)

Steps:

Cut the lobster into 1/2-inch pieces and place in a bowl. Chop the celery into medium-fine pieces and stir into lobster. Stir in just enough mayonnaise to coat the lobster mixture.
As is traditional in Maine lobster shacks, fry the rolls in a skillet or on a griddle in butter. Otherwise, toast them on both sides under a broiler. Add the lobster salad and sprinkle with paprika and a few capers.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 479, UnsaturatedFat 30 grams, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 801 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

MAINE LOBSTER ROLLS

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Very simple. I found these while on vacation in Maine and couldn't get enough of them. Lobster is cheap up there and we ate them every chance we had. In other parts of the country, lobster isn't that cheap, but if you like 'real lobster' and not the imitation stuff, this is a nice (and easy) treat. The cook time is approximate. It depends on how big the lobster is. Just cook it until it's red in color.

Provided by L. Duch

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

4 top sliced hot dog buns
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
2 cups coarsely chopped lobsters (form about 3 1-1/4 lb lobsters, cool but not cold)
3 tablespoons mayonnaise, mixed with
2 tablespoons minced celery
salt and pepper

Steps:

spread softened butter on outsides of buns and heat on griddle or heavy skillet over mod/high heat until toasted.
Divide lobster meat among buns and put a dollop of mayonnaise mixture on top.
NOTE: Top slice hot dog buns are buns that have had the sides sliced off.
If you can't find these in the supper market then you can make your own using Texas toast and toasting one side.
I've only found those kind of buns in Maine when we were on vacation.

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality lobster meat. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your lobster rolls.
Cook the lobster meat perfectly. Lobster meat should be cooked just until it is opaque and tender. Overcooked lobster meat will be tough and chewy.
Use a light, fluffy bun. A traditional New England lobster roll is served on a split-top bun. Look for a bun that is soft and airy, but not too dense.
Don't skimp on the butter. Butter is essential for adding flavor and richness to lobster rolls. Use a good-quality butter, such as unsalted butter or clarified butter.
Add some fresh herbs and lemon juice. These ingredients will brighten up the flavor of your lobster rolls and make them even more delicious.

Conclusion:

Lobster rolls are a delicious and classic New England dish. With the right ingredients and a little bit of effort, you can easily make lobster rolls at home. Whether you are serving them for a special occasion or just for a casual meal, lobster rolls are sure to be a hit.