Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCocktail Garden & KitchenPrawn Cocktail Recipe

Prawn Cocktail Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Classic prawn cocktail with a spicy Marie Rose sauce.

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Ingredients

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Prawns

Marie Rose Sauce

Method

Preparing the Prawns

  1. 1

    Thawing Prawns

    If using frozen prawns, thaw them in a bowl of cold water for about 20 minutes. Drain and pat dry with a paper towel.

  2. 2

    Coating Prawns with Lemon

    Place the cooked and peeled prawns in a bowl and squeeze the juice of half a lemon over them. Toss gently to coat.

Making the Marie Rose Sauce

  1. 3

    Mixing Sauce Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 4

    Whisking and Adjusting Sauce

    Whisk together until smooth and well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste and set aside.

Assembling the Prawn Cocktail

  1. 5

    Preparing the Base

    On serving plates, place a few lettuce leaves as a base.

  2. 6

    Adding Prawns

    Spoon the prawns over the lettuce leaves generously.

  3. 7

    Saucing the Prawns

    Drizzle the Marie Rose sauce over the prawns, ensuring they are well covered.

  4. 8

    Garnishing with Paprika

    Sprinkle a pinch of paprika over the top for garnish.

  5. 9

    Final Touch

    Finish by sprinkling chopped fresh parsley for added color and flavor.

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