Light Bites British

Prawn Mayo Sandwich

A classic prawn mayonnaise sandwich at three levels, from frozen prawns and a basic Marie Rose to plump tiger prawns with a lemony homemade sauce. The tiers upgrade the prawns, the sauce and the bread.

Serves2
Time10 min
Cost / serving£1.30
Dairy-free Nut-free

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Budget version

Defrosted small prawns in mayo and ketchup on soft white bread.

Per serving£1.30
Total cost£2.60
Time10 min
Servings

Ingredients for 2

  • 150 g frozen cooked prawns , defrosted and drained
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp tomato ketchup
  • 4 slices white bread
  • 60 g iceberg lettuce , shredded
  • salt and pepper , to taste

Method

  1. Pat the prawns dry to remove excess water.
  2. Mix the mayonnaise and ketchup, then stir through the prawns with salt and pepper.
  3. Scatter shredded lettuce over two slices of bread.
  4. Spoon over the prawn mayo, top with the remaining bread and cut in half.

Equipment

The three ways, side by side

Budget
£1.30 / serving · 10 min

Defrosted small prawns in mayo and ketchup on soft white bread.

Better
£2.70 / serving · 12 min

King prawns in a proper Marie Rose with lemon and paprika on bloomer bread.

Ultimate
£4.90 / serving · 21 min

Plump tiger prawns in a lemon-and-dill homemade mayo on toasted brioche.