Shrimp Salad Rolls

Classic New England-style shrimp salad rolls featuring tender shrimp mixed with creamy mayonnaise, fresh tarragon, and crisp celery, served in perfectly toasted hot dog buns.

12 servings
1 hr 30 min

Ingredients

  • 4 lb large shrimp in shell (21 to 25 per lb)
  • cups mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups chopped celery
  • 12 pieces hot dog rolls

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Cook half of shrimp in a 5- to 6-quart pot of generously salted (2 tablespoons) boiling water, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are just cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer shrimp with a slotted spoon to a platter and return water to a boil. Cook remaining shrimp in same manner (then discard water), transferring to platter. When shrimp are cool enough to handle, peel, then chill, covered, until completely cold, about 1 hour.

    70 min

  2. 2.

    Whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, tarragon, salt, and pepper in a large bowl and chill until ready to use.

    5 min

  3. 3.

    Devein shrimp and cut into 1/2-inch pieces. Season with salt and pepper, then add to dressing along with celery, and toss to combine. Serve salad in rolls.

    15 min

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