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Shrimp Roll with Lemon Basil Aioli

March 24, 2014

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Shrimp Roll with Lemon Basil Aioli

Shrimp Roll with Lemon Basil Aioli @createdbydiane

Years ago I had a shrimp roll that I will NEVER forget, I’m still not sure if it was the whole day in general that I remember, but 20 some odd years later, it’s still vivid.

It was hot and sunny and just a beautiful day all around.

I strolled into a little pub along the beach and hopped on a stool and tried to decide what to order. One quick look and the shrimp sounded good to me, I asked my server the “shrimp rolls” are and he said they are what they do best….and he was right, it was great and I had other food there after that, but that shrimp roll is still all I can remember. I don’t ever think I could duplicate what they made, so I came up with my own version and I just HAD to share it with you.

I have loved seafood all my life. Shrimp, lobster, scallops, fish, you name it, I love it. Baked, broiled, grilled, steamed even raw. I really think I could be a Pescetarian… but on second thought, I think I would miss hamburgers.

Back to the shrimp…

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Start by preparing the sauce, juice 1/2  a lemon, this will yield 2 tablespoons of juice.

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I added everything into my hand blenders cup.

first I added the oil, then egg yolk, followed by lemon juice, garlic, then the basil and salt and pepper.

I blended it until thick and smooth.

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This is so delicious, I can’t wait to slather it onto more items!

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Using a shrimp cleaner, slide the tip down the back of the shrimp and pull up gently, this will open the shell and allow you to remove the sand vein easily.

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It only took me a couple minutes to clean the shrimp, it was far easier with this tool, then how I used to fiddle with the legs.

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I soaked four bamboo skewers in water, then threaded the shrimp onto the skewers so they would stack up nicely and cook evenly. I cut the skewers shorter with scissors so they were able to fit into my pan nicely.

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Shrimp doesn’t take long to cook, as soon as the first side turns pink I flip them over with tongs. Aren’t tongs the greatest invention!

I cooked 1 pound of U15 shrimp which means there are 15 or less shrimp per pound these are very large shrimp which is a great size for sandwiches like this one, I may have had to sample the other shrimp….it’s always best to have a few extra to snack when cooking don’t you think?

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Before I got ready to assemble my sandwiches, I snipped off some fresh watercress to top the sandwiches with.

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There are many reasons why this is such a favorite of mine, this can all be prepared ahead of time, it’s perfect for a picnic or to bring to the beach, and it won’t be long before beach days are upon us!

This is a fun dinner to serve to friends, it gives you more time to spend with them as the prep can all be done hours earlier.

 

Shrimp Roll with Lemon Basil Aioli
 
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Ingredients
  • 4 wood skewers
  • 1 lb Shrimp
  • 1 loaf of (crusty) bread
  • watercress to place on sandwiches
Lemon Basil Aioli
  • juice of 1/2 a lemon (2 tablespoons)
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1/3 cup oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic (or one clove)
  • 2 fresh basil leaves
Instructions
  1. soak skewers in water for 10 minutes.
  2. Clean shrimp.
  3. Place shrimp on to skewers, on heated cast iron pan or grill cook shrimp about 5 minutes each side until opaque inside, do not overcook or shrimp will became tough.
Lemon Basil Aioli
  1. Blend lemon juice, egg yolk, oil, garlic and basil with some salt and pepper until thick and smooth in a blender or food processor.
  2. Cut bread, lay shrimp down, place watercress on top and slather the top of the bread with the Lemon Basil Aioli.
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Srhimp Sandwich - Shrimp Roll with Lemon Basil Aioli from @createdbydiane

 

 

 

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48 Comments Filed Under: Main Dishes, Sauces, Savory, seafood, Sponsored, Spring-Easter, vegetarian Tagged With: lemon, sandwich, sauce, shrimp

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Comments

  1. Liz says

    March 24, 2014 at 7:59 am

    Oooh, I need this shrimp roll in my life ASAP!!! Gorgeous, Diane!!!

    Reply
    • kursi tamu jati says

      April 28, 2017 at 7:00 pm

      ooh, im hungry, please send me ,,,,,

  2. Leah | So, How's It Taste? says

    March 24, 2014 at 8:01 am

    This sandwich is making me hungry, especially that lemon basil aioli!

    Reply
  3. Val @BonBon Break says

    March 24, 2014 at 8:40 am

    I had completely forgotten about Shrimp Rolls! They are so delicious. Thank you for bringing them back to my repertoire and your photos are beautiful!

    Reply
  4. Christiane ~ Taking On Magazines says

    March 24, 2014 at 9:02 am

    I have a few dishes that stick in my memory too. It’s funny how that happens, isn’t it? I have to say, I can’t blame you with the shrimp roll. And, I think you’ve made a stellar version yourself. I love the addition of the watercress. The peppery flavor was probably perfect with the shrimp.

    Reply
  5. audra says

    March 24, 2014 at 9:26 am

    Very lovely recipe, elegant and mouthwatering! Pinning <3

    Reply
  6. Laura Dembowski says

    March 24, 2014 at 10:59 am

    This looks better than any restaurant shrimp roll! I have a serious craving now!

    Reply
  7. Camille says

    March 24, 2014 at 4:33 pm

    I love shrimp rolls and your aioli sounds like a perfect compliment.

    Reply
  8. alison @ Ingredients, Inc. says

    March 24, 2014 at 7:37 pm

    i love shrimp anything.

    Reply
  9. Shaina says

    March 25, 2014 at 1:31 pm

    This is one glorious sandwich. You know the way to my heart.

    Reply
  10. Nicole Lindstrom | Simply Happenstance says

    March 25, 2014 at 1:44 pm

    This looks amazing Diane! I bet my hubby would be a happy man if I made this! Yum!

    Reply
  11. Betsy says

    March 25, 2014 at 10:08 pm

    Yum! This is so summery. I can’t wait to try it out

    Reply
  12. Brandie (@ Home Cooking Memories) says

    March 26, 2014 at 11:23 am

    YUM!! When I think of shrimp rolls, I usually think of the shrimp being chopped up, but I really like how yours isn’t. Makes for a great presentation with those beautiful shrimp!

    Reply
  13. Jeanette | Jeanette's Healthy Living says

    March 28, 2014 at 8:45 am

    Love your shrimp roll that you created for Shrimp Showdown!

    Reply
  14. Andi @ The Weary Chef says

    April 15, 2014 at 9:38 am

    Wow, this looks really delicious! I love your photos. Now I want a shrimp sandwich for lunch!

    Reply
  15. Rafal says

    January 16, 2015 at 10:48 pm

    Very, very yumpy! I made chicken kebabs, and used red and yellow peppers, onions and fresh pinapple. The pinapple was exceptional with the marinade! I will put an extra Tablespoon of curry in next time, but that is a personal preference! Thanks very much for the wonderful recipe, and I will be making this one again!

    Reply
  16. Peninggi Badan Tiens says

    March 9, 2016 at 3:55 am

    nice post.. i will save to note… next week i will practice

    Reply
  17. Peninggi Badan says

    March 9, 2016 at 3:56 am

    nice post.. i will save to note.. next week i will practice

    Reply
  18. Harga Hp says

    September 19, 2016 at 7:16 am

    thanks for the recipe shrimp roll that you share. This is very helpful for our family, let my wife tried to make it. You are great

    Reply
  19. Cara Meninggikan Badan says

    October 21, 2016 at 9:11 am

    This makes me feel hungry… lol
    tomorrow I’ll try to make it. thanks for share

    Reply
  20. Nutrisi Peninggi Badan says

    November 12, 2016 at 5:36 am

    WOW! Look tasty :3 should try to make up for my family LOVE it 🙂

    Reply
  21. Obat Peninggi Badan says

    January 15, 2017 at 8:48 am

    nice post.. i will save to note… next week i will practice

    Reply
  22. Obat Peninggi Badan Super Grow says

    April 5, 2017 at 2:36 pm

    nice post.. i will save to note… next week i will practice

    Reply
  23. Harga new Ayla says

    April 11, 2017 at 9:28 pm

    thanks for the recipe shrimp roll that you share. This is very helpful for our family, let my wife tried to make it. You are great

    Reply
  24. cara memperbanyak asi says

    April 20, 2017 at 3:48 pm

    this recipe this great, i will try my home

    Reply
  25. Jaket Pria says

    April 24, 2017 at 3:44 pm

    yimmy dear
    nice post.. i will save to note… next week i will practice

    Reply
  26. Asi Banyak says

    May 15, 2017 at 3:33 pm

    wow now i will try for my husband

    Reply
  27. alat fitness says

    May 17, 2017 at 6:41 am

    making hapy eat this food, yumy I like it

    Reply
  28. Obat Pemutih Badan says

    May 18, 2017 at 3:07 am

    This is great, I’m not sure I can make it: D

    Reply
  29. sahal says

    June 18, 2017 at 10:01 pm

    This recipe looks delicious!

    Reply
  30. tinggi badan says

    July 10, 2017 at 12:39 am

    the food was so beautiful, i so want to try to make it, maybe i would have to ask you again.
    thanks to share

    Reply
  31. Peninggiherbal says

    July 10, 2017 at 1:38 am

    the food was so beautiful, maybe i would have to ask you again.
    thanks

    Reply
  32. Marcel Darwin says

    July 10, 2017 at 1:44 am

    this looks delicious!

    Reply
  33. harga tiens peninggi badan says

    July 20, 2017 at 9:41 am

    This excellent recipe can be made easily for some people. Talking about seafood, maybe you should try some recipes of seafood from my country 🙂

    Reply
  34. Suplemen Peninggi Badan Terbaik says

    August 11, 2017 at 12:10 am

    I like Shrimp roll, but I never try shrimp roll with lemon, I have to try this at home, it looks yummy n make me feel hungry…

    Reply
  35. Barbara says

    September 20, 2017 at 4:57 am

    hemm.. yummy I like this recipe
    I will try it with my family
    thank you

    Reply
  36. Anne says

    September 24, 2017 at 1:29 am

    What a great recipe! My family will love this shrimp roll!

    Reply
  37. bloons tower defense 5 says

    July 16, 2018 at 8:45 pm

    wow, the dish is very creative and unique, thank you for sharing how to do.

    Reply
  38. Valerie says

    September 27, 2018 at 2:56 am

    I just love shrimp and can’t wait to make these sandwiches this week when my family comes over.

    Reply
  39. June says

    December 30, 2018 at 6:21 pm

    AMAZING & EASY
    Couldn’t find watercress so used sprouts
    Added 1/2 an avocado to the aioli
    Will make again

    Reply

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