If you're looking for a luxurious yet simple seafood dish, these Prawn Brioche Rolls are the perfect choice. With buttery, toasted brioche buns filled with a creamy, zesty prawn mixture, this recipe brings a taste of the coast to your table. The combination of fresh prawns, crunchy celery, and fragrant chives creates a delightful balance of textures and flavors, making this dish ideal for a light lunch, picnic, or party appetizer.
The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity. The brioche rolls provide a soft and slightly sweet contrast to the savory prawn filling, while a hint of lemon zest and juice enhances the freshness. Finished with crisp lettuce and optional toppings like potato chips and hot sauce, these rolls are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients:
6 small brioche rolls
40 g butter, softened
1 kg whole cooked prawns, peeled and chopped
2 tbsp mayonnaise
2 celery stalks, diced
1 tbsp chives, chopped
1/2 small lemon, zested and juiced
1 baby gem lettuce, washed
Method:
Prepare the Brioche Rolls: Slice the rolls in half and lightly butter each half. In a frying pan over medium heat, toast the bun halves until golden brown. Set aside to cool.
Make the Prawn Filling: In a bowl, combine the chopped prawns with mayonnaise, diced celery, chives, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Stir well until evenly mixed.
Assemble the Rolls: Place a piece of lettuce on the bottom half of each toasted brioche bun. Spoon a generous amount of the prawn mixture onto the lettuce, then top with the other half of the roll.
Serve & Enjoy: Serve immediately with potato chips, a dash of Tabasco, and an extra wedge of lemon if desired.
Prawn Brioche Rolls are a fantastic way to elevate a simple seafood dish into something truly special. The soft, buttery brioche buns provide the perfect vessel for the creamy, citrusy prawn filling, while the fresh lettuce adds a light crunch. This recipe is quick to make and can easily be adapted to suit your taste—try adding avocado, dill, or a hint of paprika for an extra twist. Whether enjoyed as a snack, appetizer, or light meal, these rolls will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.
