Lobster Roll Recipe
butter poached Maine lobster served on grilled bun with fries & coleslaw
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Ingredients
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Lobster
Bun and Accompaniments
Method
Prepare the Lobster
- 1
Boil the Lobster
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the lobster tails and cook for about 8-10 minutes until the shells turn bright red and the meat is opaque. Remove from water and let cool.
- 2
Butter Poaching
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Once melted, add the lemon juice and salt. Remove the lobster meat from the shells and slice into bite-sized pieces. Add the lobster to the butter and gently poach for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Prepare the Buns and Accompaniments
- 3
- 4
Prepare Coleslaw
In a large bowl, mix the coleslaw mix with mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper to taste. Toss until well combined and refrigerate until needed.
- 5
Cook the Fries
Prepare fries according to package instructions, either baking or frying until crispy and golden brown.
Assemble the Lobster Roll
- 6
Combine and Serve
Place a generous amount of the butter-poached lobster in each grilled bun. Serve with a side of fries and a portion of coleslaw.