Ingredients:

  • 500g cooked, peeled prawns (shrimp)
  • 500g cooked mussels, in shell or out
  • 200g cockles, in brine or vinegar
  • 200g smoked salmon slices
  • 200g crab sticks
  • 1 cooked lobster, halved or quartered (optional)
  • 12 Oysters shucked (optional)
  • 2 lemons, cut into wedges
  • 1 baguette, sliced and lightly toasted or grilled
  • Fresh dill sprigs, for garnish
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • 1 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 small jar of mayonnaise (approx. 200ml)
  • 1 bottle of tabasco sauce
  • 2 tbsp Tartare Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Cocktail Sauce

Instructions:

  1. If using chilled pre-cooked mussels, gently warm them through in a saucepan with a splash of water or white wine, until heated through (approx. 3-5 minutes). Drain and let cool slightly.
  2. Arrange the cooked lobster pieces (if using) as a focal point on the platter. If serving oysters, shuck the oysters just before serving and place them around the lobster.
  3. Artfully arrange the prawns, mussels, cockles, smoked salmon, and crab sticks around the lobster and oysters (if using). Aim for visual appeal with varying textures and colours.
  4. Scatter chopped parsley and dill sprigs over the platter. Drizzle the seafood with olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
  5. Place the lemon wedges, baguette slices, and small bowls of sauces around the platter. Arrange tabasco sauce bottle and mayonnaise jar with the other condiments on the platter.
  6. If preparing ahead, cover the platter loosely with plastic wrap and chill for up to an hour. Bring to room temperature slightly before serving for optimal flavour.
  7. Present the Seafood platter to your guests and let them tuck in!