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Ingredients
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Prawns
Marie Rose Sauce
Garnish
Method
Preparing the Prawns
- 1
Step 1: Cook the Prawns
In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add the prawns and cook for 3-4 minutes or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat and drain.
- 2
Step 2: Season the Prawns
Place the cooked prawns in a bowl. Add lemon juice and salt, and toss to coat evenly. Set aside to cool.
Making the Marie Rose Sauce
- 3
Step 3: Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, and lemon juice. Mix well until smooth.
- 4
Step 4: Season the Sauce
Add salt and black pepper to taste, stirring to combine. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Assembling the Prawn Cocktail
- 5
Step 5: Prepare the Serving Dish
On a serving platter or individual serving glasses, lay down the lettuce leaves as a base.
- 6
Step 6: Add Prawns
Spoon the seasoned prawns over the lettuce leaves.
- 7
Step 7: Add Sauce
Drizzle the Marie Rose sauce generously over the prawns.
- 8
Step 8: Garnish
Top with halved cherry tomatoes and a sprinkle of paprika for added color and flavor.