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Starters · Recipe No. 1051

Prawn Cocktail

  • Serves 4
  • Ready in 15 min
  • Starter for 4

Method

  1. Wash and drain the leaves well; tear into small pieces or shred the iceberg.

  2. Place in a glass or on a plate.

  3. Season the prawns and squeeze a little lemon juice over them.

  4. Mix the sauce ingredients. Place the prawns on the bed of lettuce.

  5. Coat with the sauce.

  6. Garnish with lemon and a whole prawn, with the tail shell removed if you like.

Tip: tap a step to tick it off as you cook.

Chef’s notes

  • This is the classic 1960s style with "Marie Rose" sauce; ketchup is better than purée as it is not bitter.
  • You can make your own mayonnaise, or buy it in.
  • The dish can be sprinkled with a little paprika or cayenne (hot).

Shopping list for 4 portions

Meat & poultry

Fruit & veg

Dairy & eggs

Oils, vinegars & sauces

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