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  "slug": "maine-style-vegan-lobster-roll",
  "title": "Maine-Style Chilled Lobster Roll",
  "description": "Chilled mayonnaise-dressed vegan lobster in toasted buns.",
  "category": "Main dishes",
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  "url": "https://francespopsicle.com/recipes/maine-style-vegan-lobster-roll/",
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  "recipeYield": "4 generous rolls",
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    "4 generous rolls",
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  "ingredients": [
    "1 pound vegan lobster pieces",
    "⅓ cup vegan mayonnaise, plus more if needed",
    "1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice",
    "1 celery stalk, finely diced (optional)",
    "1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)",
    "1 tablespoon finely chopped chives or parsley",
    "¼ teaspoon black pepper",
    "Salt to taste",
    "4 New England-style split-top hot dog buns",
    "1–2 tablespoons vegan butter for toasting",
    "Lettuce leaves, optional"
  ],
  "instructions": [
    "Prepare the vegan lobster according to package directions if necessary, then cool completely.",
    "Cut large lobster pieces into bite-sized chunks.",
    "In a bowl, combine vegan mayonnaise, lemon juice, black pepper and optional Dijon mustard.",
    "Gently fold in lobster pieces, celery and chives or parsley.",
    "Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.",
    "Lightly butter and toast the outside of the buns until golden.",
    "Add lettuce if desired, then fill each bun with the chilled lobster mixture.",
    "Serve immediately."
  ],
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        "¼ teaspoon black pepper",
        "Salt to taste",
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  "notes": [
    "Cook prepared vegan lobster according to package if necessary.",
    "Double for 8 generous rolls with approximately 2 pounds vegan lobster; source suggests 2½ pounds for 10 rolls."
  ],
  "servingSuggestions": [
    "Potato wedges or fries, corn and garden salad."
  ],
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