Prawn Cocktail
Recipe: #31157
December 20, 2018
Categories: Snacks, Shrimp, Avocado, Appetizers, Lettuce, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Valentine's Day, Gluten-Free, Cold Appetizers, more
"From our weekday newspaper The West Australian. Times are estimated."
Original is 8 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (315.1 g)
- Calories 405.6
- Total Fat - 17.6 g
- Saturated Fat - 3.2 g
- Cholesterol - 402.9 mg
- Sodium - 2100.4 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 16.9 g
- Dietary Fiber - 4.2 g
- Sugars - 2.6 g
- Protein - 45.2 g
- Calcium - 198.9 mg
- Iron - 1.4 mg
- Vitamin C - 15.2 mg
- Thiamin - 0.1 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
To make seafood sauce, combine all ingredients in a small bowl and mix well and set aside.
Step 2
Peel 8 prawns, leaving tails intact, and devein and set aside to garnish and then peel and devein remaining prawns and cut in half.
Step 3
Shred lettuces(you’ll need 4 cups) and place in a large bowl with halved prawns, avocado and radishes and toss gently.
Step 4
Divide half the prawn mixture among eight glass serving dishes (2-cup capacity) and drizzle evenly with half the cocktail sauce, about 1 tablespoon in each and repeat with remaining prawn mixture and cocktail sauce.
Step 5
Garnish cocktails with reserved prawns.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When choosing the avocado, make sure that it is ripe and soft to the touch.
- If you can't find cooked tiger prawns, you can use other cooked shrimp.
- Substitute cooked shrimp for cooked salmon: The benefit of this substitution is that salmon provides more omega-3 fatty acids than shrimp, making it a healthier option. The thinking behind this substitution is to provide a healthier alternative to the recipe.
- Substitute baby cos lettuce for spinach: The benefit of this substitution is that spinach provides more vitamins and minerals than baby cos lettuce. The thinking behind this substitution is to provide a more nutritious option to the recipe.
Lemon-Garlic Prawn Cocktail Combine mayonnaise, tomato sauce, lemon juice, horseradish cream, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and 1/4 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice in a small bowl and mix well. Peel and devein prawns, leaving tails intact. Shred lettuces (you’ll need 4 cups) and place in a large bowl with halved prawns, avocado, and radishes. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and toss gently. Divide half the prawn mixture among eight glass serving dishes (2-cup capacity). Drizzle evenly with half the lemon-garlic cocktail sauce, about 1 tablespoon in each. Repeat with remaining prawn mixture and lemon-garlic cocktail sauce. Garnish cocktails with reserved prawns.
Garlic Roasted Potatoes - This classic side dish is the perfect accompaniment to the Prawn Cocktail. Roasting potatoes in garlic and olive oil brings out their flavor and makes them irresistibly crispy. Plus, they are easy to make and can be served hot or cold!
Grilled Asparagus: Grilled asparagus is a great side dish to pair with the Prawn Cocktail. It is light and flavorful, and the grilling brings out a smoky flavor that complements the garlic-roasted potatoes. Plus, it's quick and easy to prepare, making it the perfect addition to any meal!
FAQ
Q: How many servings does this recipe make?
A: This recipe makes 8 servings.
Q: What type of dish is this?
A: This is a savory casserole dish made with ground beef, cheese, and vegetables.
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Fun facts:
The prawn cocktail is a popular dish in the United Kingdom and has been a staple of British cuisine since the late 1960s. It was famously served at the wedding of Prince Charles and Princess Diana in 1981.
The prawn cocktail also has a long history in Hollywood. It was featured in the classic film, The Godfather, when Michael Corleone dines with his future wife, Kay Adams.