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Firecracker Shrimp Roll with Crab Aioli

Shruthi
Firecracker Shrimp Roll with Crab Aioli is a crispy seafood sandwich bursting with bold flavor. Lightly breaded shrimp are fried until golden before being coated in a sweet and spicy firecracker sauce. The shrimp are tucked into buttery toasted rolls with crisp lettuce and topped with creamy homemade crab aioli. Every bite is crunchy, juicy, and perfectly balanced. This recipe is ideal for seafood lovers seeking an easy yet impressive meal. It is perfect for lunch, dinner, or entertaining guests.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course lunch, Main Course, Sandwich
Cuisine American, Coastal Fusion
Servings 3
Calories 178 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Vegetable oil for frying

For the Firecracker Sauce

  • ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic

For the Crab Aioli

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup cooked lump crab meat
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon chopped parsley

For Assembly

  • 4 brioche or split-top rolls
  • Shredded lettuce
  • Tomato slices
  • Pickled onions (optional)
  • Lemon wedges

Instructions
 

  • Pat the shrimp dry and soak them in buttermilk for 15 minutes.
  • Combine flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
  • Combine flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
  • Fry the shrimp for 2–3 minutes until golden and crispy.
  • Whisk together sweet chili sauce, hot sauce, honey, soy sauce, vinegar, and garlic.
  • Toss the fried shrimp gently in the firecracker sauce.
  • Mix mayonnaise, crab meat, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, and parsley until smooth.
  • Toast the brioche rolls with butter until lightly golden.
  • Spread crab aioli on both sides of each roll, add lettuce, tomatoes, and the glazed shrimp. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Fresh shrimp provide the best texture.
  • Do not overcrowd the fryer.
  • Toss shrimp in the sauce just before serving.
  • Toasting the rolls prevents sogginess.
  • Fresh lemon enhances the seafood flavor.
  • Lump crab meat creates the richest aioli.
  • Adjust the hot sauce to your preferred spice level.
  • Serve immediately for maximum crispiness.
Keyword Crab Aioli, Crispy Shrimp Sandwich, Firecracker Shrimp Roll, Homemade Seafood Sandwich, Seafood Roll, Spicy Shrimp Recipe