Classic Maine Crab Roll
A classic Maine crab roll featuring fresh crab meat lightly dressed with mayonnaise and served in a buttered, toasted New England-style hot dog bun. Perfect for a light lunch or snack.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Griddle or Large Pan
Ingredients
Crab Roll
- 12 ounces fresh Maine crab meat (Jonah or Peekytoe) picked clean
- 2 tablespoons good quality mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon celery finely chopped (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chives finely chopped (optional)
- 4 count New England-style hot dog buns
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
- sea salt Pinch (optional)
- black pepper Pinch (optional)
Instructions
Crab Roll Assembly
- Inspect the crab meat for any shell fragments and place it in a mixing bowl.
- Combine mayonnaise, and optional celery, chives, salt, and pepper with the crab meat, folding gently to avoid shredding.
- Spread softened butter generously on the flat sides of the hot dog buns.
- Toast the buttered buns on a griddle over medium heat for 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown and warm.
- Spoon the crab salad into the toasted buns and serve immediately, with optional sides.
Notes
For best results, use fresh, high-quality Maine crab meat. Adjust the amount of mayonnaise to your preference, ensuring the crab is lightly coated. Serve with your favorite classic sides like potato chips and a pickle.