Teresa's Recipes
Classic Prawn Cocktail
Indulge in the elegance of a classic prawn cocktail, a timeless appetizer that has graced dinner tables since the mid-20th century. This refreshing dish features plump and succulent prawns, tossed in a tangy homemade cocktail sauce, served over a crisp bed of iceberg lettuce. The combination of flavors and textures makes it a perfect starter for any occasion, whether it's a festive gathering or a sophisticated dinner party.
Ingredients
- 1 pound, peeled and deveined Cooked prawns
- 1 medium head, shredded Iceberg lettuce
- 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish) Fresh dill
- 1, cut into wedges (for garnish) Lemon
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- 1 cup Cocktail sauce
- 1/2 cup Ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Horseradish sauce
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- to taste Hot sauce (optional)
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Appetizer
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 3g
- Carbs: 20g
- Protein: 28g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 10g
Instructions
- To prepare the cocktail sauce, in a medium bowl, combine ketchup, horseradish sauce, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and hot sauce (if using). Mix well and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked prawns and the prepared cocktail sauce. Gently fold to coat the prawns evenly.
- On serving plates, create a bed of shredded iceberg lettuce.
- Divide the prawn mixture evenly among the plates, placing it generously on top of the lettuce.
- Garnish each plate with fresh dill and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately and enjoy this delightful appetizer!
Tips
- For an extra kick, consider adding a dash of smoked paprika to the cocktail sauce.
- You can substitute prawns with shrimp, if preferred.
- Feel free to mix in avocado or cucumber for added freshness.