The Perfect Lobster Roll Recipe Completly From Scratch

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In this video I got my hands on some fresh lobsters which felt like the perfect opportunity to create some lobsters rolls for the sandwich series. First I'll be crafting the perfect New England style lobster roll from scratch followed by a proper from a pro on how to cook and break down lobsters at home. One the ingredients are there, it's time for a lobster roll showdown between two unique styles.

00:00 - 00:55 - Intro to Sandwich Series
00:55 - 2:15 - History Lesson
2:15 - 6:24 - Homemade New England Rolls
6:25 - 10:25 - Learning About Lobster
10:25 - Mark's Lobster vs Classic Maine

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Video Credits
Creator & Host & Co-Editor - Follow Mike G on Instagram @lifebymikeg
Head Editor - Rachel @rambelang

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[FortYort]

Major respect to Mike for that little bit at the end regarding the harvesting of meat, and being aware of the process. If you wanna eat meat, you shouldn't hide from the reality of your meal, and should understand the sacrifice that went into it.

[theaveragepat]

Thank you for a full comprehensive video showing beginning to end of making a lobster roll, outside of growing and harvesting your own lobster. It's so annoying that so many of these so called online/youtube cooks who won't take the time to make their own rolls for their sandwiches or in this case a lobster roll but show you the basics on what to put in a roll. Many kudos to you for all the work you do. I have used your philly cheesesteak roll recipe for making the "cheezers" which work out great but I've found changing the recipe a little due to my microclimate and the water we have here made a huge difference to get it correct. Sorry getting back to the lobster rolls. I appreciate everything you do and all the time you take researching how to make the best of the best in all recipes. I wish more cooks would do the same.

[BladeCdn]

I'm from Nova Scotia and have been boiling lobster all my life. Made some for dinner this evening, followed your friend Mark's advice on steaming and my lobster has never been better!

[zw]

Now to a classic, The Scottish Buttie on a fresh morning roll. Lorne Sausage or Black pudding, Butter, roll, egg maybe too ...perfect simplicity!

[phillo]

I grew up in a Nova Scotia fishing village so seafood, lobster is second nature to me. The noise (screaming) one hears after dropping lobster into a large caldron is the air escaping from the lobsters body. By the way the best lobster and bang for your buck is cold water/(hard shell) early season, the shell is very hard and the meat is fuller and there is more fat. Which is the white/grey stuff you see inside the cavities and on the sides of the head. Traditionally we use butter and since I love to cook I’ll make dipping bowls of garlic and lemon butters and I’ll make a brun butter also. Traditionally we don’t do the lobster roll thing, some restaurants do but nobody local does it. We like our fresh off the boat lobster straight up with butter. There is also a lot of meat in the head area so don’t chuck it before exploring every crevasse. Great show!

[mummaboyz]

I’ve lived in Maine my entire life. A traditional lobster roll for any local (inland or on the coast) is: frankfurter bun, grilled with butter, and fresh cooked lobster. Most people use mayo but there are a few that go with fresh drawn butter instead. No seasoning involved other than salt and pepper. No herbs. No sesame seeds. No veggies. The lobster is the star.

The reason it was the best lobster ever❤️: you received the lobster from Maine (best in the world), very fresh/alive, plus you cooked it yourself. Maine lobster is amazing. Imagine cooking it just hours out of the water 😉

[GrantBakes]

Looks great! Personally I can't get enough of the sandwich series! Keep 'em comin'. I got into sourdough and bread in general from Pro Home Cooks over a year ago, and now I have my own channel and I'm baking every week! Thanks.

[waweboardgirl]

Now that's a product placement that I enjoyed! Well done!

[lacemoon]

This is the best series EVER! The history, the cheeky music in the background, your knowledge of each ingredient! Just excellent all around! I’m a new fan for life.

[scuba-people]

Ok !! I got one sandwich for you this is a true mediterranean french classic sandwich typical from the town of Nice! we have arguments over who makes the best one in nice itself and it's a sandwich that requires its own kind of bread. The pan bagnat, or the swiming bread in nicois has humble beginnings but a tradition of provence.

[lawsylawsy]

Thank You for showing a humane way of sacrificing the lobster! I have family all over New England and butter is the way to go! Love the sandwich series!

[leemcclements]

I live in New England. They both look amazing! Wow...been looking for a good homemade lobster roll recipes and I think I just found it!

[wgv]

Absolutely love your channel! Your presentations are flawless and I enjoy your occasional orneriness. The company your promoting in this video really impresses me as well. They are customer service experts! Thanks for all your hard work.

[MrXaeb]

As a Maine native you got it, partly, right. Usually a true Maine lobster roll is just fresh lobster meat (I prefer claw not tail for rolls) a little mayo and just a slight drop of lemon, maybe a sprinkle of salt. Some places put a thin leaf of lettuce, some don't. I like the crunch of celery in mine but it isn't how it's served in Maine at most restaurants. The herbs, to me, would overwhelm the mild and delicate flavor of the lobster. Good stuff though!

[raymondbabich]

I liked that at the end of the video you went on that rant about killing lobster and about being more connected to the process of your food. I think the fact that people today are so disconnected from their food is terrible. You need to be able to understand that when you are eating delicious meat that you are taking a life. I think it's taken way too lightly.

[evanparry]

Had lobster with my parents last night and mentioned I want to develop an actual dish around it. Perfect timing!

[gracie]

Dude, that looks so delicious... I am dying here.... thanks for the great and full-of-info video. Loved it.

[doc]

Yo dude, what happend to the desert and noodle series? They were in the same style as the sandwich series and I REALLY love that style

[rudyfidelino]

This is going to sound snobby & parochial, but gotta say it anyway: you haven't lived until you've had a good Maine lobster roll. This is the best video you've ever done.

[taylorsessions]

Great video as usual. On a side note, I've been really worried about your brother. He's been putting himself through such awful things lately, based on his videos I just hope he can figure out some of these things and reclaim his peace and sanity. I'm so glad that you have stuck with the cooking, you have inspired me in kitchen countless times and sparked my creativity to the point where everyone that knows me expects me to make good food! Just wanted to let you know that you and your brother have changed my life and I'm glad you are doing well and hope that he can learn how to take better care of himself.