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Classic Johnshaven Lobster or Gourdon Crab Cocktail with Hass Avocado and Marie Rose Sauce

Ingredients

QuantityItem
6 tbspMayonnaise
3 tbspTomato ketchup
1-2 tspWhisky or brandy
A dash or two / a pinchTabasco / cayenne pepper
A good squeezeLemon juice
A dash or twoWorcester sauce
Enough to seasonFreshly-ground black pepper
Enough to seasonSea salt
100gCooked Johnshaven lobster or Gourdon crab meat
1Little gem lettuce
Enough for dustingPaprika
Enough to garnishLemon wedges

Method

First make the Marie-Rose sauce by mixing the mayo, ketchup and whisky or brandy together, shaking in a dash or two of Tabasco, a good squeeze of lemon juice, a dash or two of Worcester sauce and some sea salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

Mix the lobster or crab meat with about 5 tablespoons of the sauce and toss well to make sure it’s thoroughly mixed.

Divide the lettuce leaves between the two dishes.

Place a pile of lobster or crab mix on top, spoon over any remaining sauce and dust with paprika. Garnish with a lemon wedge.

Serve immediately, and not too cold or you won’t be able to taste it properly!