Prawn Cocktail
A classic starter of juicy shrimp in a creamy tomato-based sauce, served over crisp lettuce with a sprinkle of parsley. Ready in minutes.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 24g

Ingredients
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Step 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the 1/2 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice until smooth. Taste and add salt and pepper if you like.
Step 2
Add the 1 pound cooked shrimp to the sauce and stir to coat every piece evenly.
Step 3
Divide the 2 cups shredded lettuce among 4 glasses or small bowls.
Step 4
Spoon the shrimp mixture over the lettuce, dividing equally.
Step 5
Garnish with the 2 tablespoons chopped parsley and serve chilled.
Tools you’ll need
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- knife
- cutting board
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