If you've ever visited New England, hopefully an authentic lobster roll was one of your first stops! Personally- I prefer Connecticut-style with butt-ah, but I guess Maine's style with mayo is pretty popular too. Both versions of the sandwich feature lobster meat from the claw, tail, and knuckles, as well as lemon juice, and a toasted bun.

Some say lobster is simply a vehicle for butter....and well, they're not wrong! A few years ago, I created a Maine-style version, replacing the mayo with cream cheese- Lobster Rolls. This time, it was BUTTER all the way!

Personally, I can't do the live lobster thing- but frozen tails worked out very well! You can also look for prepackaged lobster meat. Or select Sebastian from your local market and place him in a large pot of boiling water, while quickly covering with a lid.

I'm not sure the current cost of a lobster roll, but they are well worth it! I used 1 1/2 lobster tails for each roll....which means $$$ adds up very quickly!

Don't forget to brush the rolls with butter and toast before assembling! This dish is like 90% butter...

Only kidding!

How to Broil Lobster Tails

1. Defrost by placing in the fridge overnight. You can also place frozen tails in cold water for 30 minutes. The flesh should be flexible and not icy. 
2. Rinse tails and pat dry.
3. Set the oven to high broil.
4. Using scissors, butterfly by cutting the tail down the middle. 
5. Carefully open up the shell and pull the meat out, leaving a small portion attached at the tail fin
6. Rest the meat on top of the shell.
7. Brush with butter and season with salt and pepper.
8. Broil for a few minutes, watching closely. It will take about 1 minute per ounce of lobster tail.
9. You can use a thermometer to test for doneness (135-140 degrees.) The shell will also turn bright red. The flesh will become white and firm.

Lobster tails can also be steamed, grilled, baked, or boiled.

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Ingredients in Gluten Free Lobster Rolls

• Lobster Tails
• Butter
• Lemons
• Parsley
• Gluten Free Hot Dog Rolls

Who invented the lobster roll?

A pure genius! The first creator is unknown; however, lobster rolls were featured on a menu as early as 1927. Located in Midford, Connecticut, Perry's is often given credit for this menu masterpiece. Popularity grew considerably in the 70s.

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