Connecticut-Style Lobster Roll

Health score
11%
Connecticut-Style Lobster Roll
10 min.
4
256kcal

Suggestions


Indulge in the coastal flavors of New England with this delightful Connecticut-Style Lobster Roll, a dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer by the sea. With its rich, buttery lobster meat nestled in a toasted bun, this recipe is a true celebration of fresh seafood and simple ingredients. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner that will impress your family and friends.

The beauty of this lobster roll lies in its simplicity. By using high-quality butter and fresh lobster meat, you elevate the dish to gourmet status without the fuss. The process of clarifying the butter not only enhances its flavor but also gives the lobster a luxurious coating that makes every bite a heavenly experience. The coarse sea salt adds the perfect finishing touch, balancing the richness of the butter and the sweetness of the lobster.

Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or simply craving a taste of the ocean, this Connecticut-Style Lobster Roll is sure to transport you to the sandy shores of New England. So gather your ingredients, fire up the toaster, and get ready to savor a classic dish that’s as delicious as it is easy to prepare. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • servings sea salt to taste
  •  hotdog buns split england-style
  • lb live maine lobsters cooked chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • ladle
  • oven
  • broiler
  • toaster

Directions

  1. In small saucepan, melt butter over low heat. With ladle or spoon, skim foam and white solids from butter and reserve in small bowl.
  2. Add chopped lobster meat to clarified butter in saucepan; toss gently.
  3. Heat over medium-low heat 2 to 3 minutes until warm.
  4. Meanwhile, brush both sides of each bun with reserved foam from butter. Toast buns in toaster oven or under broiler.
  5. Divide lobster evenly among buns; spoon any juices from saucepan over lobster.
  6. Sprinkle liberally with sea salt.
  7. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories256kcal
Protein36.61%
Fat29.4%
Carbs33.99%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28
Glycemic Load
12.73
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
18.064782440662%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:256.08kcal
12.8%
Fat:8.19g
12.6%
Saturated Fat:4.16g
26.01%
Carbohydrates:21.3g
7.1%
Net Carbohydrates:20.53g
7.47%
Sugar:3.1g
3.44%
Cholesterol:159.07mg
53.02%
Sodium:928.42mg
40.37%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:22.95g
45.89%
Selenium:83.75µg
119.65%
Copper:1.58mg
78.81%
Zinc:4.32mg
28.8%
Vitamin B12:1.51µg
25.24%
Phosphorus:227.18mg
22.72%
Vitamin B3:3.58mg
17.92%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.92%
Vitamin B5:1.65mg
16.51%
Calcium:158.25mg
15.83%
Manganese:0.3mg
14.95%
Magnesium:53.01mg
13.25%
Folate:51.5µg
12.87%
Iron:1.76mg
9.75%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.5%
Vitamin E:1.26mg
8.42%
Potassium:280.37mg
8.01%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
7.25%
Vitamin A:179.89IU
3.6%
Fiber:0.76g
3.06%
Vitamin K:2.53µg
2.41%