Fish & Seafood Sides & Snacks

Miso Prawn & Crab Cups

Fresh jumbo king prawns and tender crab meat served in crisp baby gem lettuce cups with tangy miso dressing, baby tomatoes and garlic croutons. Perfect light starter or summer lunch.

By Ricky Robinson Updated May 14, 2024

This recipe brings together succulent seafood and fresh flavours in a light and vibrant dish. The jumbo king prawns and tender crab meat sit in crisp baby gem lettuce cups, creating a perfect vessel that is easy to pick up and eat.

The miso dressing is what brings everything together. Mixed with a touch of tomato ketchup and lemon juice, it adds a tangy punch that complements the sweetness of the seafood beautifully. You get a proper balance of flavours without anything overwhelming the delicate prawns and crab.

The crisp lettuce cups make these bites easy to handle, whilst the miso dressing adds just the right amount of savoury tang.

Garlic and herb croutons add a satisfying crunch to each bite, whilst baby tomatoes provide little bursts of freshness. The finishing touches of dill, cress and chives bring brightness, and a sprinkle of smoked paprika gives a gentle warmth that rounds everything out nicely.

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Miso Prawn & Crab Cups

What is great about this recipe is how quickly it comes together. There is minimal cooking involved since the prawns are already cooked, so it is really just a matter of assembling everything. You will likely have most of the ingredients already in your fridge and cupboard, which makes this an ideal option when you want something special without a lot of fuss.

These seafood cups work brilliantly as a starter for a dinner party or as a relaxed summer lunch. The bright herbs and squeeze of lemon at the end lift the whole dish, making each bite feel fresh and lively. They are light enough to enjoy on a warm day, but satisfying enough to feel like a proper meal. The combination of textures and flavours means you will probably find yourself going back for seconds.

Miso Prawn & Crab Cups

Crab meat Miso Prawns
Total Time 15 min
Servings 4 servings
Calories 180 cal
Protein 18g

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Serving Platter

Instructions

  1. 1
    To make the dressing, mix the miso mayo together with the tomato ketchup, then combine with the lemon juice and set aside.
  2. 2
    Separate the lettuce into cups and arrange on a platter.
  3. 3
    Fill the lettuce cups with prawns, crab meat, croutons and tomatoes making sure each cup has as an equal amount of filling.
  4. 4
    Spoon over the miso dressing, then finish with snippets of cress, dill and chives and top it all off with a sprinkle of smoked paprika. Serve with lemon wedges.
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Serving Suggestions

Serve immediately whilst the lettuce is still crisp. Perfect with chilled white wine or sparkling water with lemon.

Variations

For a spicier version, add a dash of sriracha to the miso dressing. You can also swap the prawns for cooked lobster meat for a more luxurious option.

Miso Prawn & Crab Cups

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