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Prawn Recipes

Explore our best prawn recipes, perfect for any occasion. From rich and comforting prawn curries to hearty prawn pasta recipes, we've got you covered.

Creamy Lemon & Chive Prawn and Salmon Linguine

with Pear and Rocket Salad

Creamy Citrus Prawn and Courgette Rigatoni

with Garlicky Greens and Flaked Almonds

Quick Thai Inspired Prawn Lentil Curry

with Roasted Sweet Potato and Zesty Rice

King Prawn and Sweet Potato Korma Style Curry

with Tenderstem® Broccoli and Basmati Rice

Ultimate King Prawn and Chorizo Linguine

with Cheese, Garlic Ciabatta and Rocket Salad

Indonesian Spiced Fragrant Chicken and Prawn Curry

with Green Beans and Jasmine Rice

Prawn and Chorizo Linguine in Creamy Sauce

with Peas, Rocket and Balsamic Glaze

Creamy Prawn Pesto Pasta

with Roasted Tomatoes

Ultimate Thai Green Style King Prawn Curry and Rice

with Tenderstem® Broccoli, Baby Corn and Crispy Onions

Presto Prawn and Mushroom Linguine

with Tenderstem® and Cheese

King Prawn Saag Curry

with Basmati Rice and Crispy Onions

Thai Green Style Prawn and Green Bean Curry

with Baby Spinach and Fragrant Jasmine Rice

Gambas Pil Pil and Chorizo Patatas Bravas Tapas Feast

with Serrano and Tomato Salad, Ciabatta and Homemade Garlic Aioli

Red Thai Style Coconut Prawn Curry

with Zesty Jasmine Rice and Salted Peanuts

Thai Green Style Prawn and Butternut Squash Curry

with Peas, Spinach and Zesty Jasmine Rice

Creamy Cajun Prawn Pasta

with Peas

Classic Prawn Cocktail

with Marie-Rose Sauce and Baby Gem Lettuce

Sri Lankan Style Sweet Potato and Green Bean Curry with King Prawns

with Basmati Rice

Creamy Orkney Crab and King Prawn Linguine

with Lemon, Chives and Rocket

Creamy Lemony King Prawn Linguine

with Samphire, Roasted Tomatoes, Spinach and Capers

Herby Lemon and Prawn Linguine

with Peas and Parsley

Rosé Style Prawn Linguine & TABASCO® Sauce Drizzle

with Roasted Tomatoes, Courgette and Flaked Almonds

Prawn and Chicken Lemon Linguine

with Peas

Spiced Popcorn Prawns and Seasoned Chips

with Garlicky Peas and Lemon Mayo

Indian Inspired Curry Night Feast

Prawn & Pea Korma, Chicken Tikka Skewers, Basmati Rice, Naans, Raita, Bhajis and Samosas

Spicy Prawn Pasta

With Chargrilled Courgettes

Posh King Prawn Cocktail Brioche Sub

with Marie-Rose Sauce and Smoky Potato Wedges

Classic Creamy Prawn Pasta Primavera

with Leek, Peas and Chive Gremolata

Chicken Massaman Curry with King Prawns

with Zesty Jasmine Rice

Creamy Roasted Veg & Prawn Curry

with Naans and Soured Cream

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A popular starter and appetiser, particularly alongside a Christmas dinner, a prawn cocktail is a firm favourite in British cuisine. Try this classic prawn cocktail recipe, and feel free to switch up the quantities due to personal taste.

Ingredients - 250g large cooked prawns, peeled - 1/2 head of iceberg lettuce, shredded - 2 ripe tomatoes, diced - 1/2 cucumber, diced - 1/4 red onion, finely chopped

For the cocktail sauce: - 150ml mayonnaise - 2 tablespoons ketchup - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce - A dash of Tabasco sauce (adjust to taste) - Juice of 1/2 lemon - Salt and black pepper to taste - Fresh parsley and lemon wedges, optional for garnish

Instructions: 1. Mix the mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a bowl. Chill the sauce in the fridge for an hour. 2. In serving glasses of your choice, add a layer of shredded lettuce at the bottom, then add the diced tomatoes, cucumber and chopped red onion over the top. 3. Next, evenly distribute the cooked prawns over the vegetable mixture. 4. Spoon the sauce you’ve just made generously on top. 5. Garnish with fresh parsley and a lemon wedge, and serve straight away.

Why not give your prawn cocktail a bit of a kick? Try our chipotle prawn cocktail recipe if you like to turn up the heat on a classic dish.

Are Prawns Good for You?

Are Prawns Good for You?

Adding prawns to your diet can be extremely beneficial, especially if following a pescatarian diet. A 100g serving of cooked prawns provides:

  • 70 kcal / 295 kj
  • 15.4g protein
  • 0.9g fat
  • 1mg iron
  • 1 mg zinc
  • 30mcg selenium
  • 13mcg iodine
  • 1.47g salt

Prawns are low in calories, and contain many nutrients, including iodine and antioxidants, that may offer health benefits when eaten in moderation. They do contain cholesterol, but are low in saturated fat, meaning they can be enjoyed as part of a balanced, healthy diet.

Are Prawns and Shrimp the Same?

Shrimp and prawns have many similarities, but they are not the same. However, in many seafood recipes, the terms "shrimp" and "prawns" are used interchangeably, due to their striking similarity.
If you’re looking to establish whether something is a prawn or a shrimp, there are a few key differences to be aware of. Prawns are typically larger, and many people describe prawns as having a sweeter, more delicate flavour compared to the slightly stronger flavour of shrimp. The texture can also vary, with prawns often being firmer and a little more "meaty".

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