Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 unit

Gelatine

3 tbsp

Cold Water

2 unit

Eggs

hard boiled, coarsely chopped

1 unit

Cream Cheese

1 unit

Ketchup

1 tbsp

Lemon Juice

200 g

Prawns

0.5 unit

Cucumber

1 pinch

Cayenne Pepper

Step 1
~12 min

Soak gelatine in cold water until spongey.

Step 2
~12 min

Microwave the soaked gelatine for 45 seconds to dissolve.

Step 3
~12 min

Hard boil the eggs and chop them coarsely.

Step 4
~12 min

Mix cream cheese and ketchup together.

Step 5
~12 min

Stir in the dissolved gelatine, lemon juice, eggs, prawns, and cucumber.

Step 6
~12 min

Pour the mixture equally into ramekins.

Step 7
~12 min

Chill the ramekins overnight.

Step 8
~12 min

Sprinkle cayenne pepper on top before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a smoother mousse, use a blender to combine the ingredients.

Adjust the amount of lemon juice to your liking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread or crackers.

Serve as part of a buffet.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad
Melba toast

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United Kingdom

Cultural Significance

Popular retro appetizer, often served at parties and gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
New Year's Eve

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Dinner Party

Popularity Score

65/100

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