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Classic Cocktail Sauce Recipe with a Zesty Twist

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Dec 16, 2024
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Category: Appetizer
Serves: 4

Ingredients:

Ingredient Quantity
Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp
Ketchup 45g
Tabasco® (or hot sauce) to taste
Brandy 1 tsp
Egg yolk 1
Lemon juice 15g
Sunflower oil 120g
Black pepper to taste
Fine salt to taste

Instructions:

  1. Start by preparing the homemade mayonnaise. In the bowl of a blender or food processor, combine the egg yolk, a pinch of fine salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Blend together until the mixture thickens and becomes creamy.

  2. Once your mayonnaise is ready, transfer it to a mixing bowl. Add the ketchup and Worcestershire sauce to the mayo, followed by the brandy. Stir until well combined.

  3. To add the final touch of spice, incorporate a few drops of Tabasco® or any hot sauce of your choice. Adjust the quantity based on your desired level of heat.

  4. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until you have a smooth, tangy sauce with a delightful kick of spice. The cocktail sauce is now ready to be served!


Serving Suggestions: This classic cocktail sauce is the perfect accompaniment to shrimp cocktails, seafood platters, or fresh vegetables. Enjoy this versatile sauce at your next gathering or special occasion!