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Classic Prawn Cocktail Sauce
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this Classic Prawn Cocktail Sauce. This tangy yet creamy sauce is a symphony of flavors that pairs perfectly with succulent prawns. Its zesty notes of lemon, horseradish, and Tabasco are harmoniously balanced by the rich creaminess of mayonnaise and ketchup. This sauce will instantly transport you to the retro era of the 1960s when prawn cocktails were the epitome of sophistication at dinner parties.
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- Black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon, freshly ground
- Salt
- to taste
- Tabasco sauce
- 1 teaspoon
- Horseradish
- 1 tablespoon, freshly grated
- Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon, freshly squeezed
- Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon
- Ketchup
- 1/2 cup
- Mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup
Instructions
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, freshly squeezed lemon juice, freshly grated horseradish, Tabasco sauce, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
- Using a whisk, mix all the ingredients until they are fully incorporated and the sauce is smooth.
- Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning according to your personal preference. If you prefer a spicier sauce, feel free to add more Tabasco.
- Cover the bowl with cling film and chill the sauce in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld together beautifully.
- Serve the prawn cocktail sauce chilled, alongside fresh prawns for dipping. Enjoy!
Dietary Information
Servings: 8 • Dish Type: Sauce • Prep Time: 10 minutes • Chill Time: 30 minutes • Calories: 140 • Fat: 12g • Carbs: 8g • Protein: 0g • Sodium: 400mg • Sugar: 6g
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