Inside Out Lobster Roll Food

INSIDE-OUT LOBSTER ROLL

Steps:

• Steam lobsters in a large pot, covered, for 14 minutes. Transfer to a plate; let cool. Remove meat from shells.
• Whisk together 2 tablespoons of the butter, melted, with lemon juice; toss with meat. Cut brioche into 1 1/2-inch cubes. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a medium skillet. Toast bread until golden; toss with sea salt.
• Divide meatand bread between 2 plates.Serve with lemon wedgesfor squeezing, and garnishwith fresh tarragon.

LOBSTER ROLLS

Steps:

• Combine lobster meat and mayonnaise in medium bowl.
• Season to taste with salt and pepper.
• Butter along outside surfaces of hot dog rolls.
• Heat medium skillet over high heat.
• Place rolls, 1 buttered side down, in skillet; cook until browned slightly, about 2 minutes per side.
• Open rolls.
• Fill with lettuce, then lobster mixture, serve immediately.

LOBSTER ROLLS

Steps:

• Fill a large steamer or pot with about 2 inches of water. Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon into the water, then add the lemon halves and 1 tablespoon sea salt to the pot. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
• Place the lobsters in the steamer basket or directly in the pot; cover and steam until the shells turn bright red, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the pot with tongs and rinse under cold water to cool slightly.
• Remove the meat from the lobster shells: Twist off the claws, then break off the tail. Pull off the flippers. Insert your thumb into the flipper end of the tail and force out the meat. Crack the claws with the flat side of a knife or a lobster cracker; remove the meat. Roughly chop the lobster meat. Transfer to a bowl and chill 15 minutes.
• Meanwhile, whisk the mayonnaise, 4 tablespoons melted butter and the juice of the remaining lemon in a large bowl. Add the lobster meat and toss to coat. Season with salt.
• Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat. Brush the outside of the hot dog buns with 2 tablespoons melted butter. Toast the buns until slightly golden, about 1 minute per side. Divide the lobster salad among the buns. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon melted butter and sprinkle with the celery leaves and celery salt.

LOBSTER ROLLS

Steps:

• Crack the lobster, remove all the meat, cut it into large chunks and set aside. (Lobster shells can be kept to make a delicious soup.)
• Mix the mayonnaise with the lemon juice, celery, cayenne and a small pinch of salt, then fold the lobster through to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning. If eating straight away, leave at room temperature - or chill for up to 1 day in advance.
• To serve, split the rolls and lightly butter on all sides, including the outside. Heat a griddle pan and griddle the rolls in batches on all sides. Divide the lobster mix between the rolls, scatter with chives (if using) and serve on a platter with napkins, a bowl of crisps and some gherkins.