Crispy Hot Honey Lobster Crunch Rolls
If you love lobster rolls but want something a little more exciting than the classic buttery version, these Crispy Hot Honey Lobster Crunch Rolls are about to become your new summer obsession.
You will also like this more traditional Hot Lobster or Cold Lobster roll too!
Why This Lobster Roll So Good
Unlike a traditional cold lobster roll or classic hot buttered lobster roll, this version adds:
- hot honey butter
- crispy shallots
- crunchy kettle chips
- lemon-chive aioli
- fresh herbs
- texture in every bite
How To Make Crispy Hot Honey Lobster Crunch Rolls
Step 1: Make the Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, chives, salt, and pepper.
Refrigerate until ready to use.
Step 2: Toast the Buns
Butter the outsides of the buns.
Toast in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and crispy.
Step 3: Warm the Lobster
In a skillet over medium-low heat, melt the butter.
Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Stir in the lobster meat, hot honey, smoked paprika, lemon zest, parsley, and chives.
Cook gently for 2–3 minutes until warmed through.
Do not overcook.
Step 4: Assemble the Lobster Rolls
Spread lemon-chive sauce inside each toasted bun.
Fill with warm lobster mixture.
Top with crispy fried shallots and crushed kettle chips.
Finish with extra chives and a light drizzle of hot honey.
Serve immediately.
Tips For The BEST Lobster Rolls
- Use brioche buns for extra richness
- Don’t overcook the lobster or it becomes rubbery
- Add the crunchy toppings right before serving
- Use kettle chips for maximum crunch
- A little hot honey goes a long way
What To Serve With Lobster Rolls
- crispy fries
- pasta salad
- kettle chips
- corn salad
- cucumber salad
- coleslaw
- dill pickle pasta salad
- watermelon feta salad
Storage
The lobster mixture is best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Store toppings separately to keep them crispy.
Don’t be afraid to spice this up also! You can add paprika or even cayenne pepper.
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Crispy Hot Honey Lobster Crunch Rolls
Ingredients
- For the Lobster Filling
- 1 pound cooked lobster meat, chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon hot honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Lemon-Chive Sauce
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sour cream
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- Pinch of salt and pepper
- For the Rolls
- 4 brioche hot dog buns or split-top buns
- 2 tablespoons softened butter
- 1/2 cup crispy fried shallots
- 1/2 cup crushed kettle chips
- Fresh chives for garnish
- Extra hot honey drizzle
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, chives, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Step 2: Toast the Buns
Butter the outsides of the buns.
Toast in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and crispy.
Step 3: Warm the Lobster
In a skillet over medium-low heat, melt the butter.
Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Stir in the lobster meat, hot honey, smoked paprika, lemon zest, parsley, and chives.
Cook gently for 2–3 minutes until warmed through.
Do not overcook.
Step 4: Assemble the Lobster Rolls
Spread lemon-chive sauce inside each toasted bun.
Fill with warm lobster mixture.
Top with crispy fried shallots and crushed kettle chips.
Finish with extra chives and a light drizzle of hot honey.
Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 924Total Fat: 55gSaturated Fat: 19gUnsaturated Fat: 35gCholesterol: 259mgSodium: 994mgCarbohydrates: 64gFiber: 4gSugar: 12gProtein: 41g
These calculations are based off Nutritionix