Classic Maine Lobster Roll

This Maine Lobster Roll tucks tender, delicate lobster meat that’s coated in extra heavy mayo into a toasted buttery split top roll! The classic Maine meal everyone devours all Summer long!

Traditionally enjoyed with a bag of potato chips or some golden-brown, crunchy Homemade French Fries!

All About The Maine Lobster Roll

Now you don’t have to be sitting on the coast to take a bite into the iconic Maine Lobster Roll! This simple recipe allows you to enjoy it from anywhere as long as you have some fresh lobster meat!

This mouthwatering recipe is from Bite Into Maine, one of the most popular spots to grab a lobster roll in the state! So, you can definitely count on it being incredibly delicious!

Ingredients For Maine Lobster Rolls

• Cooked Lobster Meat
• Extra Heavy Mayonnaise
• Salted Butter
• New England Style Hot Dog Rolls
• Minced Fresh Chives
• Lemon Wedges
• Salt
• Ground Black Pepper

Classic Maine Lobster Roll vs. A Connecticut Style Lobster Roll

If you’re a fan of Lobster Rolls and have traveled up to New England before then you may have noticed that Connecticut and Maine do lobster rolls differently.

As you can see Maine-style lobster rolls coats the tender, delicate meat in extra heavy mayonnaise. Whereas Connecticut-style rolls skip the mayo and head right to the butter!

That’s right! Their split top rolls are stuffed with warm lobster meat that’s drenched in melted butter. Giving you a totally different experience than your Classic Maine Lobster Roll.

We’ll let you decide which is better!

How To Make A Maine Lobster Roll

1. Cut the lobster meat into large chunks, leaving the claw meat intact, while closely checking for bits of shell.
2. Add the extra heavy mayonnaise, cut up lobster meat, and claw meat to a bowl and stir to coat.
3. Spread butter onto the sides of the hot dog roll and then toast it in a skillet on both sides.
4. Fill the toasted rolls with the lobster meat and then garnish with chives.
5. Season with salt and pepper and serve with a lemon wedge.

How To Store For Lobster Rolls

Store the lobster salad mixture in an airtight container and place it in the refrigerator. Enjoy the leftovers for up to 3 to 4 days.

What Is A Split-Top Roll?

A split top roll is the New England-style of hot dog buns. If you don’t have any in your area you can easily make a substitute!

Just grab whatever rolls that are available to you. Then slice the sides flat on each side to create a greater grilling surface.

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