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Prawn Baguettes with Pickled Cucumber and Sriracha
Introduction from Marina Filippelli
A fresh light sandwich that packs a punch! The prawns can be replaced with finely sliced steak, white crabmeat, or silky braised aubergine.
Ingredients
Method
Takes 15 minutes, plus pickling time.
Combine the rice vinegar and sugar in a large bowl. Toss in the cucumber ribbons, sliced radishes and ginger (if using) and set aside for at least 15 minutes before assembling your sandwiches (this quick pickle will keep well in the fridge for 1 day).
Assemble the sandwiches just before you head out to your picnic. Cut the baguettes open and spread with a little mayonnaise. Fill with shredded lettuce, the vegetables you pickled, then the prawns (shrimp). Wrap tightly in baking paper or foil, using string or rubber bands to secure, if needed. Also remember to pack a tub of store-bought crispy onions, some toasted sesame seeds, extra pickled ginger (if using) and a bottle of sriracha sauce for people to add before tucking in.
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