Prawn cocktail
Prawn cocktail is an elegant, classic appetiser featuring tender prawns arranged over crisp lettuce leaves. Coated in a rich, creamy sauce spiced with Tabasco, Worcestershire, and paprika, it offers a harmonious blend of textures and savoury tang. Serve well-chilled as a delightful party starter.
Ingredients
- Lemon juice30 ml
- Vinegar (White Wine)15 ml
- Worcestershire sauce15 ml
- Tabasco sauce2 ml
- Double cream15 ml
Instructions
6 steps- 1
Bring a large pot of water to the boil, add lemon juice and vinegar. Add the whole prawns and cook for 2 - 3 minutes until they rise to the surface. Drain and plunge into ice water to cool.
3 min
- 2
Peel the cooled prawns, reserving one unpeeled prawn per serving for garnish.
5 min
- 3
Cut the lettuce leaves in half and place them in ice - cold water for a few minutes to crisp up.
2 min
- 4
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, cream, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco, both paprikas, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
2 min
- 5
Drain and pat dry the lettuce leaves with paper towels. Arrange two - thirds of the leaves in four glasses or small serving bowls.
2 min
- 6
Shred the remaining leaves, toss with the peeled prawns and part of the sauce, then divide among the glasses. Garnish with reserved whole prawns, cayenne pepper, and fresh thyme.
2 min
Nutrition
1 serving ≈ 150 g
Nutrition values are estimates. - means data is unavailable.
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