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Best Lemon Butter Lobster Roll Recipe

This lemon butter lobster roll is a Connecticut-style classic made with tender Maine lobster, bright lemon, and aromatic herbs. Served warm in buttery toasted split-top buns, it delivers a gourmet seafood experience that’s surprisingly easy to make at home.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 2 lobster rolls
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 366
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ lb live Maine lobster
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon butter for toasting buns
  • 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon chopped
  • ½ fresh lemon juiced
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • 2 top-split hot dog buns

Method
 

  1. Bring a pot fitted with a steamer basket and 1 inch of water to a boil.
  2. Steam lobster for 12–14 minutes until bright red and firm.
  3. Cool lobster briefly, then remove meat from tail and claws.
  4. Melt butter over low heat and stir in tarragon, lemon juice, and salt.
  5. Gently toss warm lobster meat in lemon butter sauce.
  6. Toast buns with remaining butter until golden on both sides.
  7. Fill buns generously with lobster and drizzle with extra sauce.
  8. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Do not overcook the lobster—perfectly cooked meat should be opaque and tender. Use split-top buns for the best texture and presentation.