Prawn cocktail is a retro classic, but this speedy 15 minute recipe gives it a modern makeover to create the perfect stress-free summer starter. For the prawn cocktail, remember, to make the sauce, add mayonnaise, ketchup, cayenne pepper and a squeeze of lemon juice. Starters & nibbles. Elegant cucumber ribbons, crisp lettuce and prawns are drizzled with a spicy sriracha mayo and served as a generous sharing platter.

Also made with prawn. Lay the prawns out on some kitchen paper and dab dry. If you don’t like chili, just leave it out. Prawn cocktail recipe an easy salad with lime juice, cherry tomatoes, cos lettuce, new potatoes, and ground black pepper.. Add Tabasco, Westchester sauce and a splash of brandy and mix together. Put into a large bowl and add the shredded lettuce, the mayonnaise, tomato ketchup, lemon zest, Tabasco and paprika, if using. More prawn cocktail recipes. Done right, a prawn cocktail is a beautiful Christmas starter - and John Torode's the man to show you how it's done. This quick and easy salad mixes cooked peeled prawns with a zesty dressing.