Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.75 cup

Cilantro

Chopped

0.25 cup

Parsley

Chopped

2 clove

Garlic

Peeled and Chopped

2 tbsp

Pine Nuts

0.25 cup

Parmesan Cheese

Grated

0.5 cup

Olive Oil

0.5 cup

Flour

1 tsp

Paprika

1 pinch

Salt

1 pinch

Pepper

Freshly Ground

2 tbsp

Olive Oil

1 pound

Uncooked Shrimp

Peeled and Deveined

0.5 cup

Mayonnaise

4 unit

Kaiser Rolls

1 bunch

Bibb Lettuce

Washed and Dried

1 unit

Tomato

Sliced

Step 1
~3 min

Combine cilantro, parsley, garlic, pine nuts, parmesan cheese, and olive oil in a food processor.

Step 2
~3 min

Pulse until smooth to create the pesto.

Step 3
~3 min

In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, salt, and pepper.

Step 4
~3 min

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5
~3 min

Dredge shrimp in the flour mixture.

Step 6
~3 min

Cook the shrimp in batches in the hot skillet for about 2 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through.

Step 7
~3 min

Drain the cooked shrimp on paper towels.

Step 8
~3 min

In a separate bowl, combine the pesto and mayonnaise.

Step 9
~3 min

If desired, hollow out the Kaiser rolls.

Step 10
~3 min

Place lettuce and tomato on the bottom half of each roll.

Step 11
~3 min

Top with the cooked shrimp.

Step 12
~3 min

Smear the pesto-mayo mixture on the top half of the roll.

Step 13
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, marinate the shrimp in a lemon-garlic marinade before cooking.

Toast the Kaiser rolls for a crispier texture.

Add a dash of hot sauce to the pesto mayo for some heat.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The pesto can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with coleslaw.

Serve with potato chips.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Potato Chips
Side Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States (Louisiana)

Cultural Significance

A popular sandwich in Louisiana cuisine, often associated with New Orleans.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Quick Meal
Casual Dining

Popularity Score

75/100

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