Lobster Rolls with Lemon Vinaigrette and Garlic Butter

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Prepare a gas grill for direct-heat cooking over medium heat; see Grilling Procedure .

   Step 2

   Plunge 2 lobsters headfirst into a large pot of salted boiling water and cook, partially covered, over medium-high heat 8 minutes (for 1 1/4-pounds lobsters) to 9 minutes (for 1 1/2-pounds lobsters) from time they enter water. Transfer with tongs to an ice bath and let stand until completely cooled. Return water to a boil and cook and cool remaining 2 lobsters. Remove meat from claws, joints, and tails. Coarsely chop meat.

   Step 3

   Whisk together lemon juice, oil, and 1/2 tsp salt in a large bowl. Whisk in scallions, celery, celery leaves, and parsley, then add lobster and gently toss. Season with salt.

   Step 4

   Melt butter with garlic in a small saucepan over low heat, mashing garlic with a spoon.

   Step 5

   Brush inside of buns with garlic butter. Grill, buttered side down, until golden, about 1 minute.

   Step 6

   Fill buns with lobster.