Recipes

Lobster Roll with Lemon Chive Mayo

December 31, 2024 / connecticut / lobster / maine / massachusetts / saltwater

This recipe, featuring succulent lobster meat tossed in a light lemon-chive mayo, celebrates the sustainable seafood practices and rich maritime heritage shared across New England.

Lobster rolls are a coastal classic, capturing the essence of summer in the Northeast. From Maine’s rocky shores to Massachusetts’ sandy beaches, lobster fishing has been a way of life for generations. This recipe, featuring succulent lobster meat tossed in a light lemon-chive mayo, celebrates the sustainable seafood practices and rich maritime heritage shared across New England.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 lb cooked lobster meat, chopped
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 brioche rolls
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, chives, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Fold in lobster meat until coated.
  2. Brush brioche rolls with melted butter and toast lightly in a skillet.
  3. Fill each roll with the lobster mixture. Serve immediately with a side of chips or coleslaw.

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