Open Face Shrimp Rolls

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Lobster tails might break the bank, and whole lobsters are too much trouble to prepare, but precooked frozen shrimp make a swimming substitute for bite-size “lobster” rolls just like you’d find in New England.

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  • 8
  • Average
  • 15 mins
  • Expensive

Ingredients

  • 1 pound precooked shrimp, thawed
  • 1/4 cup quality mayonnaise
  • 4 hot dog buns
  • 2 tablespoons chives or scallions
  • Squeeze of fresh lemon juice
  • Pinch kosher salt
  • Smoked paprika or cayenne pepper, for garnish

Preparation

Step 1

Remove the tails from the shrimp and roughly chop the bodies. Mix with the mayonnaise, chives or scallions, kosher salt, and lemon juice until well combined.

Step 2

Pull the hot dog buns apart, separating each half, and cut each into 4 pieces. Top with a spoonful of shrimp salad and garnish each with a sprinkling of paprika. Serve immediately.

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The shrimp salad can be made up to 36 hours in advance.