Seafood cocktail sauce is a quintessential condiment that elevates the flavors of various seafood dishes, from shrimp cocktails to oysters on the half shell. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch of this zesty sauce in no time. This recipe, crafted for love with recipes enthusiasts, promises a burst of flavor that will tantalize your taste buds.
Seafood Cocktail Sauce Recipe
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 1 batch of cocktail sauce
Ingredients:
- 6 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
- 4 dashes Tabasco sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 4 dashes Worcestershire sauce
Instructions:
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Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the ketchup, prepared horseradish, Tabasco sauce, fresh lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well to ensure all the ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
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Adjust Consistency: If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can add more ketchup. For a spicier kick, increase the amount of prepared horseradish or Tabasco sauce according to your taste preferences. Similarly, if you desire a tangier flavor, a little extra lemon juice can be added.
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Chill: Once mixed, cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the sauce to an airtight container. Allow it to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. Chilling the sauce allows the flavors to meld together, resulting in a more cohesive and delicious cocktail sauce.
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Serve: After chilling, your seafood cocktail sauce is ready to serve. It pairs perfectly with a variety of seafood, including shrimp, crab, lobster, and oysters. Arrange your seafood on a platter with a small bowl of cocktail sauce in the center for dipping, or spoon the sauce directly onto individual servings.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 97.4 per serving
- Fat Content: 0.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 1044.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 25.5g
- Fiber Content: 0.7g
- Sugar Content: 21.8g
- Protein Content: 1.8g
Recipe Notes:
- Customization: Feel free to customize this cocktail sauce recipe to suit your taste preferences. You can adjust the quantities of ingredients to make the sauce spicier, tangier, or sweeter according to your liking.
- Storage: Leftover cocktail sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Be sure to give it a good stir before using it again, as the ingredients may separate slightly upon standing.
- Versatility: While traditionally served with seafood, this cocktail sauce can also be used as a dipping sauce for other appetizers, such as fried calamari, onion rings, or even French fries. Its bold flavors complement a wide range of dishes, making it a versatile condiment to have on hand.
Whether you’re hosting a fancy dinner party or simply craving a seafood treat at home, this homemade seafood cocktail sauce is sure to impress. With its bold flavors and zesty kick, it’s the perfect accompaniment to your favorite seafood dishes. Plus, since it takes just minutes to prepare, you can enjoy restaurant-quality flavor without ever leaving the comfort of your own kitchen. So go ahead, whip up a batch of this irresistible cocktail sauce and get ready to elevate your seafood experience to new heights!
