Ingredients:

  • 1 pound (450g) cooked lobster meat, roughly chopped (knuckle and claw meat preferred)
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) mayonnaise (Hellmann's/Best Foods recommended for that classic flavour)
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) finely diced celery
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) sea salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
  • Pinch of paprika (optional, for colour)
  • 2 top-split hot dog buns (New England-style, if available – Martin's Potato Rolls are a great option)
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter, melted

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, gently combine the lobster meat, mayonnaise, celery, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and paprika (if using). Be careful not to overmix – you want to keep the lobster pieces intact.
  2. Melt the butter in a small saucepan or microwave. Use a pastry brush to liberally brush the inside and outside of each hot dog bun with melted butter.
  3. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the buttered rolls on the hot surface and toast until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Keep a close eye on them to prevent burning - no one wants a charred roll!
  4. Divide the lobster mixture evenly between the toasted rolls.
  5. Serve the lobster rolls immediately while the rolls are still warm and crispy.