shrimp salad roll new england style

Northern, MA
Updated on Aug 20, 2015

Growing up in New England I have had a lot of shrimp and lobster. This is the fairly close to the typical New England shrimp salad. The only differences. People in New England on Jenewein marinate or steam the shrimp This is the way I have made it for years. Just a few simple ingredients tossed into a buttered roll. Steaming the shrimp.In my opinion, it makes The shrimp more tender than poaching, or frying it. Enjoy!

prep time 20 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Steam
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound large raw shrimp fresh or frozen thawed
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice divided
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 stalks celery finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons fresh chopped parsley
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped sweet onion
  • 3 1/2 tablespoons mayonaise ( not miracle whip
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • dash salt and pepper to taste
  • - sandwich or hot dog buns.
  • 3 tablespoons butter melted
  • - rolls toasted
  • EQUIPMENT STEAMER BASKET

How To Make shrimp salad roll new england style

  • Step 1
    Place a pan of water on stove. Insert steamer basket. You want the water about 2 inches away from the rack.
  • Step 2
    Meanwhile peel shrimp and remove tails. Bring the water to a boil that is slightly salted. Reduce heat to medium. Place shrimp on steamer and cover.
  • Step 3
    Steam shrimp until it is pink and opaque. Flip after a couple of minutes. (When you cut the shrimp in half. It will not be translucent ) Remove shrimp from steamer. Toss into a cold bowl of water
  • Step 4
    After the shrimp is cool. Drain and pat dry. Cut the shrimp in half. Place shrimp in a bowl and toss with 3 1/2 tablespoons of lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Cover the shrimp. After 15 minutes toss the shrimp again. After 30 minutes. Drain off excess liquid from bowl.
  • Step 5
    Add in the seasonings, mayonnaise. remaining lemon juice, celery and onion. Serve on a toasted buttered roll with your choice of lettuce.

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Keyword: #shrimp
Keyword: #Seafood
Ingredient: Seafood
Method: Steam
Culture: American
Category: Sandwiches
Category: Seafood

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