Re-invent an old favourite with this gourmet take on the classic prawn cocktail. It’s served here on a platter with a creamy cocktail sauce to create a fresh, healthy and delicious dish that’s perfect for your next party or BBQ.
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Ingredients
Method
Using a zesting tool, remove rind from lemons. (Alternatively, peel lemon thinly avoiding white pith then cut into strips.) Juice lemons; you will need 1/2 cup (125ml) lemon juice.
Combine strips of rind, juice, oil and half the chives in a small jug. Season.
Make cocktail sauce.
Shell and devein prawns, leaving tails intact.
Separate radicchio leaves, then arrange on a large platter; drizzle with a little of the lemon dressing.
Combine prawns, avocado wedges and remaining lemon dressing; spoon prawn mixture onto radicchio, sprinkle with remaining chives and micro herbs. Serve with cocktail sauce.
Cocktail sauce
Combine ingredients in a small bowl, thinning with a little cold water if necessary. Cover; refrigerate until needed. (Makes 2 cups)
