Prawn (Shrimp) Cocktail

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 3

Prawn (Shrimp) Cocktail: An Easy Seafood Appetizer Recipe

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	16 medium prawns , shelled , deveined and cooked ( shrimp )
	1/2 cup low-fat mayonnaise
	1/4 cup tomato sauce ( ketchup )
	1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
	3 drops Tabasco sauce
	4 small lettuce leaves
	4 cherry tomatoes , cut into quarters
	4 teaspoons corn kernels

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

110

Sugar

Fat

The Prawn (Shrimp) Cocktail is a classic seafood appetizer that originated in the United Kingdom in the 1960s. It has remained a popular dish ever since and is often served in a glass or bowl with a bed of lettuce topped with a mix of cooked prawns, mayonnaise, and other ingredients such as tomato sauce, black pepper, Tabasco sauce, cherry tomatoes, and corn kernels. This dish is a perfect appetizer for seafood lovers and is easy to make, requiring only a few ingredients. It is refreshing, light, and perfect for serving on hot summer days.

Instructions

1.	In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, tomato sauce, black pepper, and Tabasco sauce until well combined.
2.	Place one lettuce leaf into each of 4 small serving glasses or bowls.
3.	Divide the cooked prawns equally between the serving glasses or bowls.
4.	Spoon the mayonnaise mixture over the prawns.
5.	Add the cherry tomato quarters and corn kernels on top of the mayonnaise mixture, dividing them equally between the serving glasses or bowls.
6.	Serve chilled and enjoy!

PROS

The Prawn Cocktail is an easy and quick appetizer to make, perfect for serving at parties and gatherings.

It is a light and refreshing dish that is low in calories and fat as it uses low-fat mayonnaise.

CONS

Some people may have allergies to seafood or shellfish which makes this dish unsuitable for them.

Additionally, the use of mayonnaise may not be ideal for those who are watching their cholesterol levels.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Prawns (shrimp) are an excellent source of protein and are low in fat.
They are also a rich source of vitamins and minerals such as Vitamin B12, Selenium, and Phosphorus.
Lettuce is also low in calories and high in nutrients such as Vitamin A and Iron.