Prawn Cocktail Recipe
Classic prawn cocktail served with a tangy sauce
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Ingredients
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Prawns
Cocktail Sauce
Garnish
Method
Preparing Prawns
- 1
Prepare the Prawns
If not already done, peel and devein the cooked prawns. Rinse them under cold water and drain well.
- 2
Squeeze Lemon
Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice over the prawns. Set aside to marinate for about 10 minutes.
Making Cocktail Sauce
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
- 4
Mix Well
Whisk the mixture until smooth and well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Assembling the Cocktail
- 5
Prepare Serving Dish
On a serving plate or individual cocktail glasses, place the lettuce leaves as a base.
- 6
Add Prawns
Arrange the marinated prawns on top of the lettuce leaves.
- 7
Top with Sauce
Spoon the cocktail sauce generously over the prawns.
- 8
Garnish
Sprinkle paprika over the top for garnish.