Pickle Shrimp Rolls
Difficulty Level
Intermediate
A fresh twist on a classic seafood roll, these buttery toasted buns are filled with tender shrimp tossed in a creamy dressing with crunchy celery, red onion, fresh dill, and plenty of Mt. Olive Baby Dill Pickles. A quick poach in pickle-infused water gives the shrimp an extra layer of bright, tangy flavor.
Ingredients
---FOR THE SHRIMP---
2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
6 cups water
1 cup Mt. Olive Pickle Juicers 100% Kosher Dill Brine
---FOR THE SHRIMP SALAD---
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
½ cup finely diced celery
¼ cup finely diced red onion
¾ cup chopped Mt. Olive Kosher Baby Dill Pickles
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
½ teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional, for extra brightness)
---FOR SERVING---
6 split-top hot dog buns
3 tablespoons butter, melted
Chopped fresh dill, for garnish
Instructions
- Bring the water and Mt. Olive Pickle Juice to a gentle simmer in a large saucepan.
- Add the shrimp and poach for 2 to 3 minutes, or until just pink and opaque. Immediately transfer the shrimp to an ice bath to stop the cooking. Drain well.
- Roughly chop about two-thirds of the shrimp into bite-sized pieces, leaving the remaining shrimp whole or halved for added texture and presentation.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, celery, red onion, chopped Mt. Olive Baby Dill Pickles, fresh dill, salt, pepper, and lemon juice, if using.
- Fold the shrimp into the dressing until evenly coated. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to come together.
- Brush the split-top buns with melted butter and toast in a skillet or on a griddle over medium heat until golden brown on both sides.
- Fill each toasted bun generously with the shrimp salad. Garnish with additional fresh dill and serve immediately with potato chips and lemon wedges.
Course: Main Dish
