05/21/2026
Gourmet New England Lobster & Crab Rolls π¦π¦π₯β¨
Ingredients
1/2 lb cooked lobster meat (claw and knuckle), chopped into bite-sized pieces
1/2 lb cooked lump crab meat, picked through for shells
4 top-split New England-style hot dog buns or brioche rolls
1/3 cup high-quality mayonnaise π§΄
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted π§
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice π
1/4 cup fresh chives, finely chopped
1-2 crisp lettuce leaves (like Boston bibb or butter lettuce)
Lemon wedges (for serving) π
A pinch of Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper to taste π§
Instructions
In a medium bowl, gently whisk together the mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, a pinch of Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper until completely smooth. Add the chopped lobster meat and lump crab meat to the bowl, folding everything together with a rubber spatula ultra-gently so you don't break up those beautiful, premium chunks of seafood. Once everything is lightly coated and glossy, stir in half of your finely chopped chives, then pop the mixture into the fridge for about 10β15 minutes to let it chill and allow the coastal flavors to meld perfectly. π¦π¦β¨
Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Brush the outer flat sides of your top-split brioche rolls generously with the melted butter and toast them in the pan for 2β3 minutes per side until they are deeply golden brown, warm, and fragrant. To assemble, tuck a small piece of crisp butter lettuce into the bottom of each warm bun to act as a barrier that keeps the bread structurally perfect. Pile the chilled, creamy lobster and crab salad high into the toasted rolls, letting the seafood spill over the edges. Garnish the tops with a final, vibrant shower of the remaining fresh chives. Serve immediately while the buns are hot and the seafood is cold, alongside fresh lemon wedges for squeezing. This absolute summer classic is a total dinner winβa sweet, buttery, and incredibly refreshing seafood masterpiece that feels like a warm hug from the kitchen! π½οΈπ¦π₯β¨
Servings 4 π½οΈ
Calories ~460 kcal per roll π₯