Classic Shrimp Roll
Sink your teeth into the delightfully fresh and flavorful *Classic Shrimp Roll*, a New England-inspired favorite that's perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. This recipe pairs tender, perfectly poached shrimp seasoned with zesty lemon, aromatic chives, and a hint of Old Bay seasoning with a creamy mayo dressing and crisp celery for texture. Nestled in a buttery, golden-toasted hot dog bun lined with fresh romaine lettuce, each bite delivers a satisfying contrast of crunch and creaminess. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish combines simplicity and sophistication, making it ideal for summer gatherings or a quick weeknight meal. Serve alongside chips or a fresh salad, and enjoy the ultimate seafood sandwich experience! Keywords: Classic Shrimp Roll recipe, seafood sandwich, easy shrimp recipe, summer meal, New England-style shrimp roll.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp
- 4 cups Water
- 1 tablespoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Celery
- 2 tablespoons Chives
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 Hot dog buns
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 4 leaves Romaine lettuce
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
Instructions
In a medium-sized pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
Add the shrimp to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
Drain the shrimp and transfer them to a bowl of iced water to stop the cooking process. Let the shrimp cool for about 5 minutes in the ice bath.
Peel and devein the shrimp if necessary, then chop them into bite-sized pieces.
In a mixing bowl, combine chopped shrimp, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 cup finely chopped celery, 2 tablespoons chopped chives, and 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning. Add 1 tablespoon lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Mix well until evenly coated.
Butter each side of the hot dog buns with a total of 2 tablespoons of butter.
In a skillet over medium heat, toast the buttered buns until golden brown on each side.
Place a romaine lettuce leaf in each toasted bun.
Spoon the shrimp mixture into each bun on top of the lettuce.
Serve immediately for best results, enjoying the crispy, buttery bun with the flavorful shrimp filling.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
525 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.1 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.7 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 3078 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 34.0 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 205 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 440 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
