Classic Prawn Cocktail
Indulge in a delightful medley of flavors with this Prawn Cocktail recipe. Juicy prawns nestled on a bed of crisp lettuce, coated in a creamy dressing laced with tangy tomato chutney and a hint of horseradish. Topped with a sprinkle of chives and a dusting of paprika, this elegant dish is perfect for a light yet satisfying meal. Enjoy the vibrant flavors of this classic starter!
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 400g cooked atlantic shell-on prawns
- 4 Little Gem lettuces , washed and trimmed
- 5 heaped tbsp mayonnaise
- 5 tbsp tomato chutney
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tsp creamed horseradish
- tiny splash Tabasco sauce
- squeeze lemon juice
- paprika , for dusting
- 4 tsp snipped chives
Instructions
- Peel all but four of the prawns (reserve these for the tops). Break the lettuces into individual leaves, then divide the leaves evenly between four small glass bowls. Sprinkle the prawns over the lettuce and season with black pepper.
- Mix the mayonnaise, tomato chutney, Worcestershire sauce, horseradish and Tabasco together. Season to taste with lemon juice and salt and pepper, then spoon sparingly over the prawns. Dust the top with a little paprika and sprinkle with chives. Top with the remaining prawns and serve immediately. Delicious with brown bread.
Prep Time
PT25M
Yield
Serves 4
Nutrition
- Calories: 292 calories
- Fat Content: 25 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 4 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 8 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 8 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 1 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 10 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 2.2 milligram of sodium
Comments
No comments found.