This Shrimp Rolls with Lemon Herb Mayo recipe is a great alternative to classic Lobster Rolls. Don’t get me wrong, I loooveee Lobster Roll, there is no other food that reminds me more of the ocean! I go absolutely crazy when I visit the East Coast, I eat it almost every day. But it’s also one of the rare dishes that I refuse to make at home– I find it’s too much trouble and messy having to cook the lobster then take out the meat, all that just for a sandwich, no matter how good it is! And it’s not like lobster season is very long in Montreal. Shrimp Salad Rolls are a lot easier and quicker to make but just as delicious. And on top of that, a lot cheaper too!
These Shrimp Rolls are a perfect lunch or dinner that can be made in less than 20 minutes. And the best companions for these are plain chips and a nice cold lemonade…or even better, a glass of chilled white wine! Now take a bite, close your eyes and pretend you can hear the ocean and enjoy!
- 1 lb of medium shrimps, peeled and deveined, uncooked
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced, green parts only
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tsp. lemon juice
- 1 tsp. lemon rind
- 2 tbsp. chives, chopped
- 2 tbsp. dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 hot dog buns
- 2 tbsp. butter
- 1 cup iceberg lettuce, shredded
- Bring a medium pot of well-salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the shrimps and cook, stirring, until bright pink and cooked through, about 2 minutes. Drain in a colander and run under cold water to stop the cooking. Dice into ½-inch pieces and transfer to a bowl with celery and green onions.
- In a small bowl, stir mayonnaise, lemon juice, lemon rind, chives, dill. Add to the shrimp mixture, start with half the mayo and then add more to taste, you might not need it all. Season to taste with salt and pepper and add more lemon if needed.
- Spread butter on buns (both sides) and place in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Fill the buns with the lettuce and top with the shrimp salad and serve.
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