Nova Scotia Lobster Roll
May is lobster season in parts of the province, and nothing beats the taste of a fresh Nova Scotia lobster roll! This recipe lets the lobster truly shine, with just a bit of mayo and celery added.
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 508kcal
Ingredients
- 8 ounces lobster meat fresh, cooked
- ¼ cup mayonnaise full fat
- 1 tablespoon celery finely diced
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 New England-style hotdog buns
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Chop the lobster into bite-sized chunks, leaving any claws intact. Place the lobster in a bowl with the mayonnaise, celery, a pinch of salt, and fresh cracked black pepper. Stir gently to combine (if using whole claws, turn over gently to coat in mayonnaise). Taste, adjust the salt and pepper to suit your taste, and set aside.
- Heat a skillet over medium-low heat. Butter both sides of each bun with 1 tablespoon of butter. Place the buttered buns in the pre-heated skillet. Flip and toast until both sides are golden.
- Place the toasted buns on a plate. Use the tines of a fork to gently open the insides of the buns wider. Evenly fill the two buns with the lobster mixture, reserving the claws to drape over the top. Serve with plain potato chips and a slice of lemon if desired.
Notes
- Top-split New England-style hotdog buns are ideal for lobster rolls as they hold the filling well and toast up nicely. If unavailable, regular hotdog buns can be used.
- Lobster rolls are best enjoyed fresh. Assemble them just before serving to prevent the buns from becoming soggy.
Storage
- If you need to store leftover lobster rolls, keep the lobster mixture and the buns separate to maintain freshness and texture.
- Store the lobster mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. When ready to serve, toast the buns and fill them with the chilled lobster mixture.
- Avoid freezing, as the lobster's texture can become compromised.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 508kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 15g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 187mg | Sodium: 971mg | Potassium: 298mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 392IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 164mg | Iron: 2mg