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subway seafood sensation recipe
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 2 to 4 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
This homemade version of the classic Subway seafood sensation sandwich combines creamy imitation crab (surimi) with a rich roasted red pepper and smoked paprika aioli, offering a healthier, elevated alternative to fast food.
Ingredients
- 1 large red bell pepper (approx. 200 g)
- 1 large egg yolk (room temperature)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, plus extra for garnish
- 1/2 cup neutral oil (e.g., grapeseed, sunflower)
- 1 pound (450 g) imitation crab sticks (surimi), thawed
- 1/2 cup (70 g) finely diced celery
- 1/4 cup (40 g) finely diced red onion
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2–4 sub rolls or hoagie rolls
- Fresh lettuce leaves and sliced tomatoes, for serving
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley or chives
Instructions
- Roast Red Pepper: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roast red pepper on a baking sheet for 25-30 minutes, turning every 10 minutes, until blistered and charred. Transfer to a bowl, cover tightly, and steam for 10-15 minutes. Once cooled, peel the skin, remove the stem and seeds, and pat the flesh dry.
- Prepare Aioli Base: In a food processor, combine the roasted pepper flesh, egg yolk, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and smoked paprika. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and uniform.
- Emulsify Aioli: While the food processor motor runs on low speed, slowly drizzle in the neutral oil in a steady stream until the aioli emulsifies and thickens. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. (If aioli breaks, add a new egg yolk to a clean bowl and slowly whisk in the broken mixture until emulsified.)
- Combine Salad Ingredients: Flake the imitation crab sticks into small pieces using your hands or a fork. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flaked crab with the finely diced celery and red onion. Add 1/2 to 2/3 cup of the prepared roasted red pepper aioli.
- Mix and Chill: Gently fold all ingredients until well combined and coated in the aioli. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the seafood salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld fully.
- Assemble Sandwich: Slice the sub rolls lengthwise. Line the rolls with fresh lettuce leaves and sliced tomatoes. Generously spoon the chilled seafood salad into each roll.
- Garnish and Serve: Lightly dust the exposed filling with smoked paprika and sprinkle with fresh parsley or chives before serving immediately.
Notes
Chilling the seafood salad for at least 30 minutes is essential for the flavors to fully meld and for the salad to firm up for easier assembly. To fix broken aioli, start over in a clean bowl with a new egg yolk and slowly whisk in the separated mixture. For meal prep, store the salad separately from the bread to prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 30 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg