Dungeness Crab Roll - Rombauer Vineyards

Ingredients

• 1 pound (16 oz) of high-quality lump crabmeat (Dungeness, King, or Snow crab are excellent choices)
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
• 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
• 1 teaspoon fresh chives, finely chopped (or freeze-dried)
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning, or to taste
• A few dashes of hot sauce (optional)
• For the Rolls: 6 top-sliced hot dog buns (or New England-style rolls) 2-3 tablespoons melted butter (optional, but highly recommended)
• 6 top-sliced hot dog buns (or New England-style rolls)
• 2-3 tablespoons melted butter (optional, but highly recommended)
• For Garnish: Finely chopped fresh Italian parsley or chives A light sprinkle of Old Bay seasoning
• Finely chopped fresh Italian parsley or chives
• A light sprinkle of Old Bay seasoning