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Best-Ever Warm Buttery Lobster Rolls with Garlic and Mayo

These Warm Buttery Lobster Rolls feature tenderlobster meat tossed in garlic butter, lemon, and chives, and served in toastedbrioche buns brushed with mayonnaise. A hint of Creole seasoning adds a subtlekick to this deliciously rich, classic dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course, Sandwich
Cuisine American, New England
Servings 4
Calories 550 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb fully-cooked frozen lobster meat thawed (see notes for tips on preparation)
  • 1/2 cup 1 stick unsalted butter, divided
  • 3 cloves of garlic finely chopped or crushed
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chopped chives plus more for garnish
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Creole or Cajun seasoning homemade or store-bought
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 split-top brioche hot dog buns
  • Mayonnaise for brushing inside the brioche buns

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the garlic butter: In a small saucepan, melt 1/4 cup of the butter over medium heat. Incorporate the chopped garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until it becomes aromatic. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, Creole seasoning, and black pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Warm the lobster: In a large skillet, melt the remaining 1/4 cup butter over low heat. Add the thawed lobster meat and gently warm it through, stirring occasionally to coat the lobster with the butter. Be careful not to overcook the lobster. After 2-3 minutes, add the garlic butter mixture and chopped chives to the lobster. Stir gently until the lobster is evenly coated and warmed through.
  • Toast the brioche buns: Preheat a griddle or skillet over medium heat. Lightly brush the insides of the split-top brioche buns with mayonnaise. Toast the buns on the griddle until golden brown and slightly crisp, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Assemble the lobster rolls: Once the buns are toasted, generously fill each bun with warm, buttery lobster meat. Garnish with additional chives if desired.
  • Serve and enjoy: Serve the lobster rolls immediately while warm, accompanied by a fresh lemon wedge for extra zest if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcal
Keyword Buttery lobster rolls
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