Griddled Shrimp Sandwich

Sandwich

Recipe courtesy of Michelle Folse, Bridge Side Marina & Deli, for Louisiana Kitchen & Culture

Serves 1

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon butter
1/2 small red belle pepper, thinly sliced
1/2 small Vidalia or other sweet onion, peeled and thinly sliced
3 crimini mushrooms, thinly sliced
18 medium Gulf shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 teaspoon Creole seasoning
1/2 teaspoon parsley flakes
1 12-inch piece French bread, small italian loaf, or large bun, split in half lengthwise
mayonnaise, shredded lettuce, thinly sliced onions and tomatoes, dill pickle slices, for garnish

Griddled Shrimp Sandwich

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Method:

Melt butter in a pan or on a flat-top griddle over medium heat. Add vegetables and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Add shrimp and Creole seasoning and cook until shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Add parsley and stir. Remove from heat; set aside.

Lightly toast bread in a toaster oven or under broiler and spread cut sides lightly with mayonnaise. Spoon shrimp and pan juices atop bread and garnish as desired.