Description
Coastal charm meets retro elegance in this classic prawn cocktail, blending succulent prawns with zesty marie rose sauce. Crisp lettuce and plump shrimp create a delightful appetizer that transports diners to seaside bistros with each refreshing bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 500 grams (17.6 ounces) cooked prawns, peeled and deveined
- 2 small gem lettuces, shredded
- 1 lemon
Sauce Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons tomato ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Seasoning:
- 1 dash hot sauce (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Whisk mayonnaise, tomato ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and hot sauce in a mixing bowl until smooth and well-blended.
- Taste the sauce and fine-tune seasoning with salt and pepper, ensuring a balanced flavor profile.
- Create a crisp bed of shredded lettuce at the bottom of chilled serving glasses or plates.
- Carefully layer fresh, chilled prawns atop the lettuce, arranging them neatly and evenly.
- Generously drizzle the prepared Marie Rose sauce over the prawns, covering them completely.
- Enhance the presentation by adding a vibrant lemon wedge on the side of each serving.
- Optional: Sprinkle additional cracked black pepper or dash of hot sauce for extra zest and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately while prawns are cold and sauce is fresh, maintaining optimal texture and temperature.
Notes
- Choose fresh, high-quality prawns for the best flavor and texture in your cocktail.
- Chill the prawns before serving to enhance their sweetness and provide a refreshing sensation.
- Adjust the Marie Rose sauce by adding more hot sauce for extra kick or reducing it for a milder taste.
- Consider using gluten-free ketchup and mayonnaise to make this recipe suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: None
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 150mg