Argentinian Shrimp Rolls

Name: Argentinian Shrimp Rolls with Truffle Mayo
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb Argentinian red shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/2 cup butter; 2 split-top hot dog buns; 1/2 lemon; 1/4 tsp celery salt; 1/4 tsp dried thyme; 1/4 tsp dried oregano; 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground; 2 tbsp truffle mayonnaise; Side salad, for serving

Argentinian Shrimp Rolls feature tender, butter-poached red shrimp that taste remarkably like lobster, served in a toasted buttered bun with truffle mayonnaise and aromatic herbs for an elegant yet simple weeknight meal.

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Total

15 min

Servings

2

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$20–$33

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Ingredients

1 lb Argentinian red shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup butter
2 split-top hot dog buns
1/2 lemon
1/4 tsp celery salt
1/4 tsp dried thyme
1/4 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
2 tbsp truffle mayonnaise
Side salad, for servingoptional

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Instructions

1
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low-medium heat.
2
Using a pastry brush, brush some of the melted butter onto the sides of the split-top buns.
3
Add the shrimp to the remaining butter in the saucepan. Poach on low heat for about 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through.
4
Using a strainer, remove the shrimp from the butter and transfer to a cutting board.
5
Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the cooked shrimp.
6
Roughly chop the shrimp into bite-sized pieces.
7
In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the buttered buns on both sides until golden brown.
8
In a small bowl, combine the celery salt, dried thyme, dried oregano, and freshly ground black pepper.
9
Spread the truffle mayonnaise on the inside of the toasted buns.
10
Fill the buns generously with the chopped shrimp.
11
Sprinkle the seasoning mix over the shrimp.
12
Serve immediately, with a side salad if desired.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Poach shrimp in butter at a gentle simmer (not a rolling boil) to keep them tender and infuse them with rich, sweet flavor.
Toast buns in the butter left over from poaching for enhanced flavor and a crispy exterior that contrasts with tender shrimp.
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the poached shrimp just before assembly to brighten the buttery, herbal flavors.
Don't skip the seasoning blend (celery salt, thyme, oregano, black pepper)—it adds savory depth that mirrors classic shrimp boil flavors.

Substitutions

Argentinian red shrimp → large white shrimp or tiger shrimp (texture will be slightly firmer, flavor less sweet)
Truffle mayonnaise → regular mayo mixed with a drop of truffle oil or fresh tarragon (1 tsp fresh herb per 2 tbsp mayo)
Split-top hot dog buns → brioche buns or ciabatta rolls (change texture but maintain sandwich structure)
Butter → olive oil (changes richness; use half the amount and omit lemon to avoid curdling)

Storage & make-ahead

Store poached shrimp in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; gently reheat in butter before serving on freshly toasted buns.

Common Questions

Can I use regular white shrimp instead of Argentinian red shrimp?

Yes, but Argentinian red shrimp have a sweeter, more delicate flavor closer to lobster. Regular shrimp will work but taste less buttery and rich.

How do I know when the shrimp are done butter-poaching?

Cook until they turn opaque and pink, about 3–4 minutes depending on size. Overcooked shrimp become tough and rubbery.

Can I make these ahead?

Poach the shrimp and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in butter before serving, and toast buns fresh.