Spiced Prawn Cocktail Subs Recipe
Introduction
This spiced prawn cocktail sub is a fresh and flavorful twist on a classic seafood dish. Combining creamy mayo, sweet mango chutney, and a hint of curry, it makes for a delicious and easy-to-assemble lunch or light dinner option.
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp mango chutney
- ¼ tsp mild curry powder
- Squeeze of lemon or lime juice
- 150g cooked North Atlantic prawns
- 6 small sub rolls
- 1 small Little Gem lettuce, leaves picked
- Small chunk of cucumber, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, mix the mayonnaise, mango chutney, curry powder, and a squeeze of lemon or lime juice until well combined.
- Step 2: Stir the cooked prawns into the sauce mixture, then cover and chill until ready to assemble the subs.
- Step 3: Split the sub rolls along the top, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- Step 4: Line each sub roll with a leaf of Little Gem lettuce and a few thin slices of cucumber.
- Step 5: Spoon the chilled prawn mixture into each roll and serve immediately.
Tips & Variations
- For extra zing, add a little finely chopped fresh chili or a dash of hot sauce to the prawn mixture.
- Swap Little Gem lettuce for crisp iceberg or butter lettuce if preferred.
- Try using wholemeal or seeded sub rolls for added texture and flavor.
- If you can’t find North Atlantic prawns, cooked tiger prawns or shrimp work just as well.
Storage
Store the prawn filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Assemble the subs just before serving to keep the bread from becoming soggy. Leftover assembled subs are best eaten immediately but can be stored wrapped in the fridge for a few hours. Reheat is not recommended as the prawns are best served chilled.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use uncooked prawns for this recipe?
This recipe calls for cooked prawns, so it’s best to use pre-cooked prawns or cook fresh prawns thoroughly before mixing them with the sauce.
What can I substitute for mango chutney if I don’t have any?
You can substitute mango chutney with sweet chili sauce or a small amount of apricot jam mixed with a little vinegar to mimic the sweet and tangy flavor.
PrintSpiced Prawn Cocktail Subs Recipe
A delicious and easy-to-make spiced prawn cocktail sub sandwich featuring succulent North Atlantic prawns tossed in a tangy mayonnaise, mango chutney, and mild curry powder dressing, served with crisp lettuce and cucumber in soft sub rolls. Perfect for a light lunch or casual gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
For the Prawn Filling
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp mango chutney
- ¼ tsp mild curry powder
- squeeze of lemon or lime juice
- 150g cooked North Atlantic prawns
To Assemble
- 6 small sub rolls
- 1 small Little Gem lettuce, leaves picked
- small chunk of cucumber, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mango chutney, and mild curry powder. Add a generous squeeze of lemon or lime juice and stir well to create a smooth, flavorful sauce.
- Mix the prawns: Gently fold the cooked North Atlantic prawns into the mayonnaise dressing mixture until all prawns are evenly coated. Cover the bowl and chill the mixture until you are ready to assemble the subs.
- Prepare the subs: Just before serving, split each of the six small sub rolls lengthwise across the top to create a pocket.
- Assemble the subs: Line each sub roll with a leaf of Little Gem lettuce followed by a few thin slices of cucumber for crunch and freshness.
- Fill and serve: Spoon the chilled spiced prawn mixture into each prepared sub roll evenly. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors and textures.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of curry powder based on your preferred spice level.
- For extra zest, add a pinch of black pepper or a dash of hot sauce to the prawn mixture.
- Use freshly cooked or thawed prawns for the best texture and flavor.
- These subs are best eaten fresh to enjoy the crispness of the lettuce and cucumber.
- Substitute Little Gem lettuce with crisp romaine or butter lettuce if unavailable.
Keywords: prawn cocktail sub, spiced prawn sandwich, easy prawn lunch, seafood sub sandwich, prawn mayo sandwich
