Prawn Cocktail Platter
Prawn Cocktail Platter
- Preparation time 25 mins
- Serves 4 people
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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
Dressing
- Make dressing by whisking all ingredients in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate.
Boiled Eggs
- 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.
- 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
- Preheat oven to 160C (fan-forced).
- 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.
- 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.
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.
Nutritional Information
- Serving size 413g
- Energy 2280kJ 545kcal
- Protein 32.2g
- Total fat 35.4g
- Saturated fat 5.7g
- Carbs (total) 21.1g
- Carbs (sugar) 1.5g
- Sodium 757mg
- Vitamin D 4.1µg
All nutrition values are per serve.