Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsOak Barrel TavernPrawn Cocktail Recipe

Prawn Cocktail Recipe

Inspired by Oak Barrel Tavern
Time30m
Serves4

Classic prawn cocktail with tangy seafood sauce

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Ingredients

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Prawns

Presentation

Method

Prepare the Prawns

  1. 1

    Marinate the Prawns

    In a bowl, combine the large cooked prawns with lemon juice. Toss gently to coat the prawns evenly. Allow marinating for about 10 minutes.

Make the Seafood Sauce

  1. 2

    Combine Ingredients

    In a separate bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, horseradish sauce, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

Assemble the Cocktail

  1. 3

    Prepare the Serving Dish

    On individual serving plates or a large platter, place the lettuce leaves in a decorative manner.

  2. 4

    Add Prawns and Sauce

    Arrange the marinated prawns on top of the lettuce leaves. Drizzle the seafood sauce generously over the prawns.

  3. 5

    Garnish

    Sprinkle paprika over the top for color and garnish with lemon wedges on the side.

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