The Ultimate Nova Scotia Lobster BLT Recipe

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Indulge your taste buds with this elevated take on the classic BLT sandwich, featuring succulent lobster from Nova Scotia paired with crispy bacon and a zesty citrus mayonnaise. Perfect for a gourmet lunch or a special dinner treat, this recipe shines with fresh, bold flavors.

Ingredients

🍞 4 slices white sandwich bread, toasted, homemade loaf or your choice of brand
🥑 2 avocados, mashed
🍋 Juice from 1 lemon for avocado mash
🧂 A pinch of salt for avocado mash
🥓 5 slices bacon from Brianna at Vessel Meats
🦞 8 oz cooked lobster meat, roughly chopped from Tangier Lobster Company
🥬 4 leaves romaine lettuce, shredded
🍅 1 ripe tomato, thinly sliced
🌶️ Freshly cracked black pepper for tomato seasoning

For the Citrus Mayonnaise:

🥚 2 egg yolks
🥄 1 tsp Dijon mustard
🍋 Zest and juice from 1 lemon
🍊 Zest from 1 orange
🌿 2 tsp chopped tarragon
🛢️ 1 cup canola oil or Safflower oil as an alternative
🧂 & 🌶️ Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

1- Cook the Bacon:

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
Lay the bacon slices flat on the lined baking sheet.
Bake until crispy, about 15-20 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

2- Prepare the Citrus Mayonnaise:

Stabilize a glass mixing bowl with a tea towel beneath it.
Add egg yolks, a pinch of salt, and Dijon mustard. Squeeze in juice from half a lemon.
Whisk together, then slowly drizzle in oil while whisking until thick and emulsified.
Add orange and lemon zests with chopped tarragon. Season with pepper. Whisk again and set aside.

3- Prepare the Avocado Mash:

Halve and pit avocados, then scoop flesh into a bowl.
Add lemon juice and salt. Mash to a chunky consistency.

4- Prepare Remaining Ingredients:

Chop lobster meat and shred lettuce.
Slice tomato thinly.

5- Assemble the Lobster BLT:

Toast bread slices in butter in a frying pan until golden on one side.
Spread mashed avocado on untoasted sides.
Layer tomato slices, seasoned with salt and pepper, on two slices.
Add bacon pieces, topped with shredded lettuce.
Gently mix lobster with citrus mayonnaise and add over lettuce.
Top with remaining bread, pressing gently. Cut each sandwich as desired.

Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35-40 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: ~550 per serving
Proteins: 25g
Fats: 32g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Equipment: Wooden cutting board, Baking sheet metal foil-lined, Oven, Glass mixing bowls, Metal whisk, Chef's knife and serrated knife, Fork for mashing, Paper towels, Kitchen towel, Pepper mill, Metal spatula/server, Frying pan