Retro Firecracker Prawn Cocktail Shots! (Shrimp Cocktail Shots)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 15
Retro Firecracker Prawn Cocktail Shots recipe with a spicy twist!
in Seafood

Prep

15 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

500 g peeled cooked prawns or 500 g shrimp
200 g good quality mayonnaise or 200 g homemade mayonnaise
3 tablespoons tomato ketchup
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Tabasco sauce , to taste
salt and pepper
assorted mixed salad green , such as lambs lettuce , mesclun , little gem lettuces
1 tablespoon pink peppercorns , crushed
cayenne pepper , for sprinkling

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
359
Sugar
3g
Fat
26g
This recipe is a unique take on the classic prawn cocktail dish. The addition of the spicy Tabasco sauce and pink peppercorns gives it an extra kick and a contemporary touch. The use of shot glasses makes it a fun and sophisticated appetizer for any party or gathering. Not only is it easy to make, but it's also a crowd pleaser dish that is sure to impress your guests.

Instructions

1.In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, tomato ketchup, lemon juice, and Tabasco sauce until well combined.
2.Add salt and pepper to taste.
3.Add cooked prawns (or shrimp) to the sauce and stir until well coated.
4.In a small glass or shot glass, place a few mixed salad greens at the bottom.
5.Spoon prawn mixture over greens, making sure to distribute evenly.
6.Sprinkle crushed pink peppercorns and cayenne pepper on top of each shot.
7.Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.

PROS

The spicy and creamy sauce perfectly complements the sweetness of the prawns, making for a delicious, flavorful appetizer.
The presentation in the shot glasses makes it perfect for a party or gathering.

CONS

The mayonnaise used in the recipe can be high in calories and fat.
The use of Tabasco sauce in the recipe may make it too spicy for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Prawns (or shrimp) are a lean source of protein and are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, calcium, and iodine. Mixed salad greens are low in calories and high in vitamins and minerals.

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