Description
Gourmet lobster grilled cheese delivers coastal luxury between golden, crispy bread slices. Melted cheese and succulent lobster meat create an irresistible sandwich that elevates comfort food to a sophisticated culinary experience you’ll crave.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup lobster meat, chopped (claw and tail meat work best)
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup white cheddar cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup Gruyere or fontina cheese, shredded
- 4 slices sourdough or artisan bread, thick-cut
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (optional)
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch pepper
Instructions
- Lobster Mixture Preparation: Blend freshly chopped lobster meat with creamy mayonnaise, zesty lemon juice, aromatic Old Bay seasoning, and a delicate balance of salt and pepper in a compact mixing vessel.
- Sandwich Construction: Lavishly coat bread surfaces with smooth butter, strategically layering an abundant blend of artisanal cheeses on the unbuttered sides. Generously spread the seasoned lobster mixture over the cheese foundation, then crown with an additional layer of melting cheese. Complete the masterpiece by crowning with the remaining bread slice, ensuring the buttered exterior faces outward.
- Grilling Technique: Position a heavy-bottomed skillet or griddle over medium heat, allowing the surface to reach optimal temperature. Delicately position the assembled sandwich onto the heated surface, applying gentle pressure. Grill each side for approximately 3-4 minutes, monitoring the transformation to a golden, crisp exterior and ensuring the cheese reaches a luxurious, molten state.
- Presentation: Artfully slice the grilled delicacy diagonally, revealing the luscious interior. Serve immediately alongside crisp chips, golden french fries, or a refreshing seasonal salad for a complete culinary experience.
Notes
- Use fresh lobster meat and high-quality cheese to enhance the overall taste profile, ensuring each bite delivers rich, harmonious seafood and dairy notes.
- Apply softened butter evenly on bread’s exterior for consistent golden-brown crispiness, preventing uneven browning or burnt spots during grilling.
- Maintain medium heat while cooking to achieve perfectly melted cheese and crispy bread without burning the sandwich’s delicate components.
- Swap lobster with crab or shrimp for budget-friendly alternatives, adjusting seasoning to complement the chosen seafood’s natural flavor characteristics.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg