“Prawn” is a term the British use to refer to all shrimp as well as to true prawns. Either of these crustaceans will work equally well in these simple, yet tasty, tea sandwiches. Pictured with our Roast Beef, Tomato & Cheese Tea Sandwiches and Cucumber & Mint Cream Cheese Pinwheels.
Prawn Salad Tea Sandwiches
Serves: 12
Ingredients
- 1 pound peeled, deveined, and cooked prawns or shrimp
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ cup coarsely chopped watercress
- 6 large slices honey wheat bread
Instructions
- In the work bowl of a food processor, pulse prawns until finely chopped.
- In a medium bowl, stir together mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until combined. Stir in watercress and prawns. Transfer prawn salad to a covered container and refrigerate for several hours until cold, up to a day.
- Divide prawn salad among 3 bread slices and spread in a thick, even layer. Top each with a remaining bread slice to make 3 whole sandwiches.
- Using a serrated bread knife in a gentle sawing motion, trim and discard crusts from sandwiches to make even squares. Cut each sandwich diagonally into 4 equal triangles. Serve immediately, or cover with damp paper towels, place in a covered container, and refrigerate for up to 2 hours until serving time.
My mind is engrossed in the British custom of tea time. I like the romantic air of the rituals they do. To have this as a daily ritual. Is just wonderful.
Do you have any substitution ideas for watercress? It is impossible to get in my area.
Hi! Arugula is the closest option. Here is a helpful article that lists some other substitutes as well: https://www.allrecipes.com/watercress-substitutes-8347255