Creamy Homemade Lobster Rolls

Name: Creamy Homemade Lobster Rolls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 23 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients: 16 oz cooked lobster tails, thawed and patted dry; 1 celery rib, finely chopped; 1 tsp fresh chives, finely chopped; 3 tbsp mayonnaise, or just enough to coat the lobster; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 1 lemon, zested; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tsp salt; ½ tsp black pepper; ½ tsp paprika; 6 brioche buns; 2 tbsp butter, for toasting; Extra fresh chives, for garnish (optional); Potato chips, for serving (optional)

These creamy homemade lobster rolls are simple to make and packed with fresh flavor. Tender lobster is mixed with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, celery, lemon, and chives before being piled into buttery, toasted brioche buns.

23 minutesServes 6SeafoodJuly 19, 2026

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The recipe

Creamy Homemade Lobster Rolls

Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 8 minutes
Total: 23 minutes
Serves: 6

Ingredients

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Method

Add the lobster tails, celery, chives, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and paprika to a large bowl.
Gently mix until the lobster is evenly coated. Add a little more mayonnaise if needed, but avoid adding too much.
Lightly trim the sides of each brioche bun, if desired.
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Place the buns cut-side down and toast until golden.
Rotate the buns as needed so they toast evenly without burning, then flip and toast the opposite side.
Fill each toasted bun with the lobster mixture.
Garnish with extra fresh chives and serve with potato chips.

Dilruba’s tips

Pat the lobster dry after thawing to prevent the filling from becoming watery.
Add the mayonnaise gradually, you only need enough to lightly coat the lobster.
Toast the brioche buns over medium heat to achieve a golden crust without burning the butter.
Fresh lemon zest adds the best flavor, so don't skip it.
These lobster rolls are best enjoyed immediately while the buns are warm and crisp.