Description
A quick and delicious prawn roll recipe featuring tender prawns tossed in a tangy mayonnaise dressing with fresh herbs and crunchy celery, served in soft buns lined with crisp lettuce leaves. Perfect for a light lunch or casual dinner, ready in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
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For the Prawn Filling
- 12 oz cooked prawns, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For Assembly
- 4 soft hot dog or sandwich buns
- 4 lettuce leaves
Instructions
- Make the dressing: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, finely chopped celery, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Combine prawns and dressing: Add the cooked prawns to the bowl and gently toss them with the dressing, ensuring each prawn is evenly coated without breaking them up.
- Prepare the buns: Line the inside of each soft bun with a fresh lettuce leaf to add crunch and freshness.
- Assemble the prawn rolls: Spoon the dressed prawns into each bun on top of the lettuce leaves, dividing evenly among the four buns.
- Serve immediately: Serve the prawn rolls fresh for best flavor and texture, optionally accompanied by lemon wedges to squeeze over just before eating.
Notes
- Use freshly cooked or high-quality frozen prawns thawed properly for the best taste.
- For a healthier version, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- Adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika can give a nice subtle spicy kick.
- Serve with a side of crispy chips or salad for a complete meal.
- Make sure the lettuce leaves are dry to avoid soggy buns.
