Cultured Palate: Dishes from the American Northeast
| April 4, 2018
8. Lobster Roll
Another iconic sandwich that hails from New England is the lobster roll, which was invented in Connecticut in the 1920s. It’s made with pieces of chopped lobster meat, lightly dressed with mayonnaise or butter, and finished with lemon juice, salt, and pepper. This mixture is then used to fill a split bun that’s toasted on two sides. Lobster rolls are a fresh summer favorite in coastal New England. They’re best eaten outdoors, preferably within sight of the ocean.
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