Shrimp Tikka Masala Sandwich
Meet your new favorite sandwich: the Shrimp Tikka Masala Sandwich. It’s bold, buttery, and full of unexpected flavor. Think juicy shrimp seasoned with smoky paprika, layered over caramelized onions, crisp cabbage, and slathered in rich tikka masala sauce—all tucked into a warm, toasted brioche bun. It’s the kind of sandwich that makes lunchtime feel like a culinary escape.
Before You Get Started
Use fresh, deveined shrimp and pat them dry to help them sear better in the pan. Look for a high-quality jarred tikka masala sauce, or use homemade if you have some on hand. Don’t skip caramelizing the onions—it adds a sweet, savory depth that ties everything together. And be sure to broil the brioche buns right before assembling to keep them warm and crisp.
What You Need To Make Shrimp Tikka Masala Sandwich
You’ll find the exact ingredient amounts in the recipe card, but here’s what you’ll need:
- Raw shrimp
- Tikka masala sauce
- Cabbage slaw mix
- Brioche buns
- Yellow onion
- Paprika
- Salt and pepper
- Unsalted butter
- Olive oil
How To Make Shrimp Tikka Masala Sandwich
Wash and pat dry the shrimp.
In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add shrimp, season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook for 2 minutes on each side, then remove and set aside.
In the same pan, add another tablespoon butter and olive oil. Add sliced onion and caramelize until golden and soft.
While the onions cook, butter the brioche buns and toast under the broiler for 2–3 minutes, until golden.
To assemble, spread tikka masala sauce on each bun. Add caramelized onions, a handful of cabbage mix, and cooked shrimp.
Close it up and enjoy while warm.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use pre-cooked shrimp?
Yes, but reduce the cooking time and just warm them through with the seasoning.
What’s a good slaw mix?
Any shredded cabbage blend works—try one with carrots or red cabbage for added crunch and color.
Can I use naan instead of brioche buns?
Absolutely. Naan gives it a more traditional twist and holds the flavors beautifully.
Shrimp Tikka Masala Sandwich
Ingredients
Equipment
Instructions
- Wash the shrimp and pat them dry.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the shrimp and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Cook the shrimp for 2 minutes on each side, then remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of butter and another tablespoon of olive oil.
- Add the sliced onions and caramelize to your liking.
- Butter the brioche buns and toast them in the oven on broil for 3 minutes or until golden brown.
- Spread Tikka masala sauce on each brioche bun.
- Add caramelized onions, coleslaw mix, and the cooked shrimp.
