Whether you’re prepping for a big game day or want to stir up some slightly spicy football talk at dinner, (all in good fun, of course) Patriots’ Lobster Rolls are the way to go. You might have mixed thoughts about the team, but you’re sure to experience unconditional love after every bite of the juicy lobster meat swimming in a creamy, zesty mixture atop a fluffy brioche New England-style hot dog bun. Don’t forget the salty, crispy potato chips as a side! Everyone is sure to find themselves new fans, regardless of their preferred team, of these yummy Patriot’s Lobster Rolls!
Ingredients
- 1 pound of frozen lobster meat, thawed
- 1/4 cup celery, minced
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon chives, plus more for garnish, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
- 4 tablespoons butter, divided
- 4 split-top brioche New England-style hot dog buns, sides trimmed off
- potato chips, optional, to taste, for serving
Directions
Step 1 –Rinse the lobster meat and pick through any loose shells.
Step 2 –Drain the lobster thoroughly.
Step 3 –Chop or tear the lobster meat into large chunks.
Step 4 –In a large bowl, mix the celery, the mayonnaise, the chives, the lemon juice, the lemon zest, the kosher salt, and the ground black pepper. Taste for seasoning.
Step 5 –In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter.
Step 6 –Add the lobster meat to the melted butter and cook, stirring until warmed through and buttery all over, about 2 minutes.
Step 7 –Use a slotted spoon to add the lobster meat into the mayo mixture and toss to coat.
Step 8 –Discard the juices from the skillet and carefully wipe it clean.
Step 9 –Melt the remaining butter in the same skillet over medium heat.
Step 10 –Toast the buns on the cut sides until golden and toasty, about 2 minutes each side.
Step 11 –Load each bun equally with the lobster meat and garnish with the chives.
Step 12 –Serve with the potato chips.
