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Prawn Cocktail Platter

Preparation time: 25 min
Serves 4 people
5 Average Rating

Entertain the easy way with this succulent Prawn Cocktail Platter. No fuss boiled eggs, scrumptious prawns and all the right accompaniments. Each bite is enhanced by a zesty, punchy homemade dressing and creamy avocado. See all the easy steps below.

Ingredients

Dressing
  • ⅓ cup whole egg mayonnaise
  • 1½ Tbsp horseradish cream
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice
  • ½ bunch chives, sliced
Platter
  • 4 boiled eggs
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 small sourdough baguette, thinly sliced
  • 16 medium fresh, cooked king prawns, tail intact
  • 2 little gem lettuce, leaves washed and separated
  • 1 firm, ripe avocado, sliced 
  • Dill sprigs, to serve

Method

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Dressing
  1. Make dressing by whisking all ingredients in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate.
Boiled Eggs
  1. Place the eggs in a saucepan of cold water. Place the pan over medium heat, bring to a gentle simmer, gently stirring the eggs constantly in a clockwise direction. The movement of the water helps to centre the yolks.
  2. Simmer the eggs for 4 minutes for soft-boiled eggs. For semi-firm yolks and hard whites, simmer for 5 minutes. For hard-boiled eggs, simmer for 8 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove the egg from the water. Transfer to a bowl filled with ice to cool.  Peel and cut into quarters. Set aside. 
Platter
  1. Preheat oven to 160C (fan-forced).
  2. Combine oil and garlic in a small bowl. Brush both sides of the baguette with oil mixture. Arrange on a large baking tray in a single layer. Cook for about 10 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
  3. Arrange lettuce leaves on a large platter with prawns and avocado on a serving platter. Top with prawns, croutons and eggs. Scatter with dill sprigs. Serve with dressing.

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Notes

  • Boiled eggs and croutons can be made a day ahead. Want to make the perfect boiled eggs every time? Follow these tips.
  • To save time, seafood sauce and croutons can be purchased from your local supermarket. 

Nutrition Per Serve

  • 413g Serving size
  • 2280kJ 545kcal Energy
  • 32.2g Protein
  • 35.4g Total fat
  • 5.7g Saturated fat
  • 21.1g Carbs (total)
  • 1.5g Carbs (sugar)
  • 757mg Sodium
  • 4.1µg Vitamin D

Reviews

Overall Rating

Average Rating: 5

1 review