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Published 19/10/2026
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Serves 4
Easy

Classic prawn cocktail

Make our classic prawn cocktail when you want to whip up a starter in just 15 minutes. The prawns and marie-rose sauce can be made in advance too, if you want to save even more time and hassle!

Our prawn cocktail recipe can be served spring, summer, autumn or winter, but we love tucking into this seafood starter during the festive season, making it a truly delicious Christmas Day starter.

What you'll need...

  • 4 tbsp good-quality mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp tomato ketchup
  • 4 big shakes Tabasco sauce
  • 1 tsp dry sherry
  • Juice ½ lemon, plus wedges to serve
  • ¼ iceberg lettuce, shredded
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives
  • 2 spring onions, chopped
  • 400g sustainably sourced cooked king prawns, shelled (if you like, save 4 unshelled prawns for garnishing)
  • Paprika for dusting

Method

  1. Mix the mayo, ketchup, Tabasco and sherry in a mixing bowl until well combined. Season to taste with lemon juice, salt and black pepper.

  2. Divide the shredded lettuce among the glasses or coupes. Sprinkle over the chopped chives and spring onions, then top with the prawns and sauce. Dust each portion with paprika and put a lemon wedge
    on the side for squeezing. Serve straightaway.

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