Our McDonald’s doesn’t have lobster rolls on its menu. Heck, I didn’t know that any McDonald’s did. Apparently they are (or at least were) a thing far up the east coast, which makes sense when you think about it. So I had to make one at home. For me, that usually means a ‘poor man’s’ version, which uses imitation lobster instead of the real (expensive) stuff. Sure, I’d love to use real lobster, and I’ve had my share of real lobster rolls, but sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do. So, here it is, my delicious poor man’s copycat of McDonald’s lobster roll.
I’d Go To McDonald’s For This
This is not my first time making a poor man’s lobster roll. Heck, I’ve had a standard go-to recipe for one for years and I enjoy it on occasion. The McDonald’s version is a tad different in that there’s no butter to be found, anywhere. It’s a very ‘clean’ tasting roll, and I rather enjoyed it. Fake lobster or not, I’d order it if our McDonald’s sold them!
I went the ‘chunky lobster’ route. That’s really just personal preference. I like the big mayonnaise-covered chunks. Hey, this isn’t health food. There’s no reason for me to be reasonable when making these. If you want yours in smaller, daintier bites, feel free to cut them smaller. It’s going to take a little while to do, though. Just so you know.
If you want to get super-fancy you can sprinkle the tops of the sandwiches with fresh chopped tarragon just before serving. Or use dried. But don’t go crazy with it.
I almost always use Blue Plate mayonnaise in the dishes I make. I think it is the best around. If you can’t find it locally you can pick it up online for a fair price.
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Also try my copycat McDonald’s Big Xtra burger.
Poor Man’s Copycat McDonald’s Lobster Roll
Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ cup imitation lobster lump-style, broken into pieces
- ½ tablespoon mayonnaise
- pinch kosher salt
- 1 lettuce leaf
- dog bun split-top if available
Instructions
- If desired, lightly toast or warm to the bun before starting.
- Gently combine the imitation lobster, mayonnaise and salt.
- Carefully open the bun as wide as you can.
- Add the lettuce leaf and top with the lobster mixture.
- Serve.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional values are approximate.
