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Warm Buttery Lobster Rolls

Indulge in warm and buttery lobster rolls filled with garlic, lemon, and chives, perfect for a quick and luxurious meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Lobster Mixture
  • 1 lb fully-cooked frozen lobster meat, thawed See notes for fresh option
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, divided 1 stick
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chopped chives Plus more for garnishing
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 teaspoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • 0.5 teaspoon Creole Cajun Seasoning Homemade or store-bought
  • Freshly ground black pepper To taste
Buns
  • 4 pieces split-top brioche hot dog buns
  • Mayonnaise For brushing inside brioche buns

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the lobster meat dry with a paper towel. If the pieces are large, feel free to chop or tear them into smaller morsels.
  2. Heat two tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat and add the lobster meat and garlic, stirring often until warm, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Use a slotted utensil to transfer the lobster meat into a bowl. Toss in chives, lemon zest, lemon juice, Creole seasoning, and ground black pepper to taste. Gently combine and set aside.
Cooking
  1. Wipe the skillet clean and return to heat. Melt 2-3 tablespoons of butter and brush it over the sides of the brioche buns. Toast them until golden or place in the oven if preferred.
  2. Reduce heat to low, melt the remaining butter, and pour it over the lobster mixture. Toss well to coat.
Assembly
  1. Spread mayonnaise on the inside of each roll, then load each toasted bun with the buttery lobster mixture.
  2. Garnish with additional chives and serve immediately with lemon wedges and crispy potato chips.

Notes

Don’t skip toasting the buns for maximum flavor. Leftover lobster mixture can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.