Crisp California Avocado Lobster Rolls

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Serves: 12

Ingredients
Instructions

1 lb. California avocado, diced 2 cups coarsely chopped cooked lobster meat* 3 Tbsp. finely chopped sun-dried tomato (packed in olive oil) 3 Tbsp. Finely chopped shallot 1 1/2 Tbsp. finely chopped garlic 2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 1 egg, beaten 12 egg roll wrappers As needed Olive oil - as needed As needed Dipping Sauce (recipe follows) As needed lime slices - for garnish, optional As needed cilantro sprigs - for garnish, optional *Coarsely chopped, poached sea scallops can be substituted for lobster meat.

METHOD

Gently fold together avocado and next 7 ingredients; reserve.
Brush edges of 1 egg roll wrapper with egg. Put a scant 1/3 cup filling 1 inch down the edge of the wrapper. Fold in sides; brush sides with egg. Roll. Seal tightly.
Refrigerate on a parchment-lined sheet pan dusted with cornstarch, covered, for at least 45 minutes. Rolls can be made up to 8 hours ahead of service.

PER ORDER

Shallow fry 1 roll in hot olive oil, turning frequently, until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Serve with 3 tablespoons dipping sauce; garnish with lime slices and cilantro sprigs.

Dipping Sauce

In a blender, combine 4 ounces peeled, seeded, and coarsely chopped Roma tomatoes, 3/4 cup chopped cilantro, 2/3 cup rice vinegar, 2/3 cup soy sauce, 2/3 cup fresh lime juice, 2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic and 1-1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh ginger; puree. With machine running, drizzle in 1/2 cup olive oil. Reserve. Yield: 3 Cups.

*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Did You Know?

It’s actually easy to create an avocado rose. If you are setting out a spread of appetizers, add a beautiful avocado rose to elevate the appeal. Or if you are looking for more casual appetizers try these California Avocado snack recipes.