Simple and Instant Buttery Lobster Rolls

When we go to any seafood restaurant, we don’t miss ordering dishes made with lobsters. Now imagine how it would be if I gave you a recipe for buttery lobster rolls. This method is easy to follow to make mouthwatering dishes at your home.

Whether you prefer a warm, hot, or buttered lobster roll we’ve got you covered. This guide will walk you through the steps to create the ultimate and tongue-tantalizing lobster rolls in a few minutes.

What’s Unique Here?

• The initial steaming keeps the lobster from sticking to its shell.
• Warming the lobster in melted butter prevents overcooking.

Ingredients

• Uncooked lobster meat – 1 pound
• Unsalted butter – 1/2 cup
• Garlic clove – 1 minced
• Chopped fresh chives – 1/4 cup
• Chopped fresh dill – 3 tbsp
• Lemon – 1/2 juiced
• Lemon wedges
• Kosher salts, pepper
• 4-6 split hot dog buns (either warm or toasted)

How to Make Buttery Lobster Rolls?

Cooking the Lobster

• Heat 2 tbsp butter in a pan with medium flame.
• Add in the whole lobster rolls (or you can also cut!) with minced garlic.
• Cook well until the lobster in the pan turns bright pink, stirring occasionally.
• While the lobster is cooked, melt the remaining butter in another pan.

Warming the Buns

• Brush the buns with butter and warm them in an oven for a few minutes.
• You can either warm or toast the buns.

The Final Makeup

• Take a big bowl, and add the cooked lobster along with big salt and pepper.
• Then add the remaining butter, fresh chives, and dill.
• Squeeze the lemon juice and season it up with salt and pepper as per your needs.
• Shake the bowl to let the lobster mix well with the masalas for a unique taste.
• Divide and stuff the lobster in the buns, and serve it with lemon for your loved ones.

Types of Lobster

This option will surprise you! there are two lobster varieties you can use for these rolls.

• Fully Frozen: Cooked lobsters in advance are frozen after several processes. If you are buying it, look for the ones caught in the wild for good quality. Make sure to thaw them before eating.
• Uncooked: The type which we are using in this recipe. It is delicious, but it takes some time to get cooked well.

Serving Suggestions

• With Mayonnaise: Spread the mayonnaise inside the toasted rolls. Then divide the lobster within each roll for superb taste. Add only some mayonnaise.
• Adding Crunchiness: Use 1/4 cup chopped celery mixed with mayo and apply to the lobster rolls for crunchiness and unique texture.
• Adding Lettuce: (maybe a little gem lettuce or butter lettuce) Add a leaf of lettuce to the rolls to experience the aroma.
• Pairings: Lobster rolls make a perfect combo with potato chips. It will be more exciting if combined with a glass of wine or cold beer.

Shrimp Rolls: Comparable to the cost of lobster, shrimps are cheap. If you want to make a budget-friendly dish, opt for shrimp rolls.

Storage and Other Tips for Lobster Rolls

• Storage: After slightly warming the lobster meat, keep them in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make sure to do this once it is completely cooled. Don’t store assembled rolls as they become soggy.
• Cooking Ahead: Cook the lobster ahead and remove the meat. Apply butter and toast them well before serving.
• Reheating: Heating the lobster meat again can make it hard. Take them out from the fridge, 30 minutes in advance before serving, and bring them down to room temperature. Toast them in butter for good taste.
• Freezing: Avoid freezing the lobster rolls as they won’t thaw and reheat well again.

Conclusion

You can try these buttery lobster rolls using fresh or pre-cooked lobster meat. Serve to your family at any time, for sure it doesn’t disappoint your appetite! The rich texture, pinkish-red glow, and graceful aroma will provide an unforgettable dining experience.

FAQs

1. What is a lobster roll with butter?

A lobster roll with butter, often called a Connecticut-style dish, contains warm lobster meat cooked in melted butter and served in a toasted hot dog bun.

2. How do I prepare the lobster meat for a buttered roll?

To prepare lobster meat for a buttered roll, you can either steam the lobster to remove the flesh and then cook it in butter, or you can sauté the lobster meat directly in butter until just cooked well​.

3. What type of bread is best for lobster rolls?

The best bread for lobster rolls is a top-split hot dog bun, preferably lightly toasted with butter on the outside. This helps to create a crispy texture of the bun. ​

4. Can I use frozen lobster meat for lobster rolls?

Yes, you can use frozen lobster meat. If using cooked frozen lobster meat, make sure to thaw it in the refrigerator before use. If using uncooked frozen tails, thaw them for 24 hours in the refrigerator and then steam or cook them.

5. How should I store leftover lobster rolls?

Store any leftover lobster meat in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. The buns can be stored at room temperature or in the freezer.