Shrimp Sandwiches With Tarragon Caper Mayonnaise Recipes

SHRIMP SALAD BLTS WITH HOMEMADE TARRAGON MAYONNAISE

Steps:

• For the tarragon mayonnaise: Whisk together the egg yolk, lemon juice, mustard and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Very, very slowly add the oil while whisking constantly (the first few additions should only be about 5 drops of oil). Continue to add the oil, whisking constantly, until all of the oil is incorporated and emulsified. Add the tarragon and cover. Let stand at room temperature for 2 hours, then refrigerate until cold.
• For the BLTs: Meanwhile, bring a medium pot of well-salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Squeeze the juice from half of the lemon and add it to the water. Add the shrimp and cook until just cooked through, about 2 minutes. Drain; cool slightly, then refrigerate until just no longer warm. Coarsely chop the shrimp (remove the tails) and transfer to a medium bowl. Add the celery and about two-thirds of the tarragon mayonnaise (or to taste). Season with salt, pepper and additional lemon juice to taste. (Any remaining mayonnaise can be kept refrigerated in an airtight container up to 1 day.)
• Place the bacon and tomatoes in the buns; sprinkle the tomatoes lightly with salt, then fill the buns generously with the shrimp salad. Top with the arugula and a light squeeze of lemon. Serve immediately.

TARRAGON SHRIMP SALAD

Steps:

• Place the shrimp in a large (8-inch-diameter × 5-inch-high) saucepan and add 8 cups of cold water, the Pernod, and 1 tablespoon salt. Turn the heat to medium high and cook the shrimp uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes, until just firm and pink. Drain in a colander.
• Place half the shrimp in a large bowl. Cut the rest of the shrimp sideways through the back with a sharp paring knife and add them to the bowl as well. Allow to cool for 15 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Add the celery, scallions, tarragon, and mayonnaise, and combine. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours for the flavors to meld.
• Transfer the salad to a serving bowl, sprinkle with extra tarragon and salt, and taste for seasonings. Serve cold or at room temperature.