Jul 13 2026
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Prawn Cocktail Recipe

Inspired by Westwoods Lodge Pub & Grill
Time45m
Serves4

Classic prawn cocktail served with homemade Marie Rose sauce.

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Ingredients

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Prawns

Marie Rose Sauce

To Serve

Method

Preparing the Prawns

  1. 1

    Cook the Prawns

    Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the raw prawns and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Drain and transfer to a bowl.

  2. 2

    Season the Prawns

    Drizzle the cooked prawns with lemon juice and sprinkle with salt. Mix gently and let them cool in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.

Making the Marie Rose Sauce

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 4

    Adjust Seasoning

    Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more lemon juice or Tabasco to your liking. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Assembling the Prawn Cocktail

  1. 5

    Prepare the Serving Dish

    On a plate or in a glass, arrange the lettuce leaves as a bed for the prawns.

  2. 6

    Add Prawns and Sauce

    Place the chilled prawns on top of the lettuce and generously spoon the Marie Rose sauce over them.

  3. 7

    Garnish

    Serve with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the prawns.

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