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Asian lobster rolls on a blue plate with potato chips on the side with a glass of beer

Simple Asian Lobster Rolls

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These succulent Simple Asian Lobster Rolls are my take on Chinese steamed buns (a.k.a. "bao"). These easy lobster rolls are made in a bamboo steamer. They remind me of my many trips to New England in the summer time!

  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon sambal oelek
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 pounds cooked, shelled lobster meat, cubed
  • 1 celery stalk, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon red onion, chopped
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon lemongrass, finely chopped (white parts only)
  • Zest from 1/2 lime
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 can (16.3 oz) Pillsbury Grands Buttermilk Biscuits

Instructions

Make the aioli: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sambal oelek and lemon juice. Set aside.

Make the lobster salad:

  1. In a medium bowl, combine lobster, celery, red onion, green onion, lemongrass, lime zest, and cilantro. Fold in the aioli mixture. Set aside.

Make the buns:

  1. Separate dough into 8 biscuits. With fingers, flatten each into rounds about ½ inch thick. Fold over to form half-moon shape; place in steamer or bamboo steamer lined with parchment paper.
  2. Set the steamer on top of a wok or saucepan with 2 inches of boiling water. Steam 10 minutes; cool completely.
  3. Carefully cut the buns in half, but not completely through, to form a pocket. Stuff the buns with the lobster salad mixture and serve immediately on a platter.
  4. Serve with a side of potato chips or your favorite side, like Asian Slaw with Nuoc Cham Dressing!

Notes

  • You can use frozen or fresh lobster for this dish. I had Whole Foods steam the lobster for me.
  • Sambal oelek can be found at select grocery stores and specialty Asian markets.
  • Author: Asian Caucasian
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 Rolls
  • Calories: 373
  • Sugar: 6.2 g
  • Sodium: 1764.5 mg
  • Fat: 9.7 g
  • Carbohydrates: 34 g
  • Protein: 36.8 g
  • Cholesterol: 249.6 mg