Crayfish chilli and herb crust

 

Crayfish chilli and herb crust

You will need

1 Crayfish
2 cups Fresh panko  breadcrumbs
1 tbsp Chopped fresh parsley 
1 tbsp Chopped chives
2 tbsp Lemon juice
50g Melted butter
Grated Zest of 1 small Lemon
Golden Sun Thai Sweet chilli sauce
Cracked Pepper to Season

Here’s how

Partially cook crayfish in salted water, split in ½ lengthwise. Chop flesh into bite sized portions & loosely pack back into shells.

Brush or drizzle with Thai sweet chilli sauce then top with the crumble mixture sprinkled over & around flesh.

Place under grill & cook for 5 minutes, or until the top starts to brown.

Wash down with chilled Anchorage Sauvignon Blanc

Crumble

Mix breadcrumbs, lemon juice, zest & herbs in a bowl. Season with plenty of cracked pepper. Add melted butter just prior to grilling the crayfish. Blend well with breadcrumb mixture. Serve with a crispy salad.


 

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