Snow's New England Cookbook

Traditional New England recipes and family favorites

Maine Crab Rolls

We like our crab rolls plain here in New England - the flavor of fresh Maine crabmeat predominates, with just a bit of mayonnaise to bind it, and some lettuce to add some crunch. Traditional Maine crab and lobster rolls are served on grilled top-sliced hotdog rolls (also called New England style). They are flat on the sides, which makes it possible to grill them. They might be a bit difficult to find in other parts of the country.

Photo of Maine Crab Rolls

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound fresh crabmeat
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 4 flat (top sliced) hotdog rolls
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup lettuce, shredded

Instructions

  1. Butter both sides of hotdogs rolls
  2. Place rolls on large skillet, grill until light brown (watch them carefully, they burn quickly)
  3. Combine mayonnaise and lemon juice in medium bowl
  4. Add crabmeat, stir carefully so as not to break up the crab too much
  5. Add lettuce to bottom of buns, top with crabmeat

Serves 4

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