Recipe

Scampi with Lemon Mayo, Capers & Gherkins

Crispy, golden wholetail scampi served with a zesty lemon mayonnaise, finished with tangy diced gherkins and Lilliput capers. A simple yet flavour-packed small plate that's perfect for sharing, starters, or tapas-style menus.

Scampi with Lemon Mayo, Capers & Gherkins

Crispy Chefs' Selections wholetail scampi served with zesty lemon mayonnaise, diced gherkins and Lilliput capers. A quick, flavour-packed small plate that's perfect for starters, sharing platters or tapas-style menus.

Cuisines: British

Categories: Side Dish

Servings

Yield/Servings: 2

Cost Per Serving: £1.00

Timings

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Step 1: Prepare the lemon mayonnaise. Add the juice of 1 lemon to 250ml of mayonnaise and mix well. Transfer to a squeezy bottle.

  • Step 2: Cook the scampi. Deep fry the scampi at 180°C for 4–5 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.

  • Step 3: Finish and serve. Drizzle with lemon mayonnaise and top with diced gherkins and Lilliput capers. Serve immediately.