This easy and creamy prawn cocktail from Nigella Lawson is a quick and refreshing starter. With succulent prawns, tangy tomato chutney, and a touch of horseradish, it’s a simple yet elegant dish. You can easily adjust the ingredients to suit your taste, making it a versatile option for any occasion.
Ingredients Needed
- 400g / 14oz cooked Atlantic shell-on prawns
- 4 Little Gem lettuces, washed and trimmed
- 5 heaped tbsp mayonnaise
- 5 tbsp tomato chutney
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tsp creamed horseradish
- Tiny splash / 1-2 drops Tabasco sauce
- Squeeze lemon juice
- Paprika, for dusting
- 4 tsp snipped chives
How To Make Prawn Cocktail
- Prepare the prawns and lettuce: Peel all but 4 prawns (set these aside for topping). Break the Little Gem lettuces into individual leaves and divide them evenly between 4 small glass bowls.
- Assemble the prawn cocktail: Sprinkle the prawns over the lettuce and season with black pepper.
- Make the dressing: Mix the mayonnaise, tomato chutney, Worcestershire sauce, horseradish, and Tabasco sauce. Season with lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Dress the prawns: Spoon the dressing sparingly over the prawns.
- Garnish and serve: Dust with paprika and sprinkle with chives. Top with the reserved prawns and serve immediately.
Recipe Tips
- Use fresh prawns: If possible, use fresh shell-on prawns for the best flavor and texture. The effort to peel them is worth it for the taste.
- Season the prawns well: Don’t forget to season the prawns with black pepper before adding the dressing. This enhances the flavor of the prawns.
- Adjust the dressing: Feel free to tweak the mayonnaise, chutney, and horseradish to suit your taste. Add more or less horseradish depending on how spicy you like it.
- Serve immediately: This dish is best served right away. The prawns and lettuce stay crisp and fresh when served immediately after assembling.
How To Store Leftovers?
Let any leftover prawn cocktail cool to room temperature before storing it in an airtight container. It can be kept in the fridge for up to 1 day.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 173
- Total Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 86mg
- Sodium: 450mg
- Potassium: 100mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 8g
- Sugars: 5g
- Protein: 6g
Try More Nigella Recipes:
- Nigella Beef Bourguignon
- Nigella Chocolate Refrigerator Cake
- Nigella Chocolate Courgette Cake
- Nigella Drop Scones Recipe
Nigella Lawson Prawn Cocktail
Description
This easy and creamy prawn cocktail from Nigella Lawson is a quick and refreshing starter. With succulent prawns, tangy tomato chutney, and a touch of horseradish, it’s a simple yet elegant dish. You can easily adjust the ingredients to suit your taste, making it a versatile option for any occasion.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Prepare the prawns and lettuce: Peel all but 4 prawns (set these aside for topping). Break the Little Gem lettuces into individual leaves and divide them evenly between 4 small glass bowls.
- Assemble the prawn cocktail: Sprinkle the prawns over the lettuce and season with black pepper.
- Make the dressing: Mix the mayonnaise, tomato chutney, Worcestershire sauce, horseradish, and Tabasco sauce. Season with lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Dress the prawns: Spoon the dressing sparingly over the prawns.
- Garnish and serve: Dust with paprika and sprinkle with chives. Top with the reserved prawns and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh prawns: If possible, use fresh shell-on prawns for the best flavor and texture. The effort to peel them is worth it for the taste.
- Season the prawns well: Don’t forget to season the prawns with black pepper before adding the dressing. This enhances the flavor of the prawns.
- Adjust the dressing: Feel free to tweak the mayonnaise, chutney, and horseradish to suit your taste. Add more or less horseradish depending on how spicy you like it.
- Serve immediately: This dish is best served right away. The prawns and lettuce stay crisp and fresh when served immediately after assembling.