Classic Spot Prawn Cocktail

Ingredients

Salt

1 tablespoon, and to taste

Black pepper

to taste

Cilantro

1/4 cup, finely chopped

Avocado

1, ripe, sliced

Cocktail Sauce

1 cup

Lemon

1, juiced

Spot Prawns

24, large

Instructions

1. Fill a large pot with water and add 1 tablespoon of salt. Bring the water to a rolling boil.
2. Carefully add the spot prawns to the boiling water and cook until they turn a beautiful shade of pink, about 2-3 minutes. This is a sign that they're perfectly cooked.
3. Immediately drain the prawns in a colander and rinse them under cold running water to halt the cooking process. This ensures the prawns remain tender and juicy.
4. Proceed to peel and devein the prawns, leaving the tails intact for a touch of elegance.
5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked prawns, lemon juice, and cocktail sauce. Stir gently to ensure each prawn is generously coated.
6. Season the prawn mixture with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
7. Evenly divide the prawns among four cocktail glasses, creating a visually appealing mound.
8. Adorn each glass with slices of ripe avocado and a sprinkle of finely chopped cilantro.
9. Serve your spot prawn cocktail immediately, while the prawns are still fresh and the flavors at their peak. Enjoy this luxurious treat from the sea!