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BritishPrawn 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.
Dairy-free
Nut-free
Better version
King prawns in a proper Marie Rose with lemon and paprika on bloomer bread.
Per serving£2.70
Total cost£5.40
Time12 min
Ingredients for 2
- Filling
- 200 g cooked king prawns , drained
- 3 tbsp good-quality mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp tomato ketchup
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 pinch smoked paprika
- To serve
- 4 slices white bloomer bread
- 15 g butter , softened
- 60 g little gem lettuce , shredded
- salt and pepper , to taste
Method
- Whisk the mayonnaise, ketchup, lemon juice and paprika into a Marie Rose sauce.
- Fold the king prawns through the sauce and season.
- Lightly butter the bloomer slices.
- Lay shredded little gem on two slices and pile on the prawns.
- Close the sandwiches, press gently and cut into halves.
Equipment
The three ways, side by side
Budget
Defrosted small prawns in mayo and ketchup on soft white bread.
Better
King prawns in a proper Marie Rose with lemon and paprika on bloomer bread.
Ultimate
Plump tiger prawns in a lemon-and-dill homemade mayo on toasted brioche.
