Best 20 Cocktail Sauce Recipes

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Cocktail sauce is a versatile condiment that pairs perfectly with a variety of seafood dishes. It is a popular choice for shrimp cocktail, but it can also be used to enhance the flavor of fish, crab, and lobster. This tangy and flavorful sauce is typically made with ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce. Some variations may also include other ingredients, such as chili sauce, Tabasco sauce, or prepared mustard. Whether you are a fan of classic cocktail sauce or prefer a more adventurous twist, there is a recipe in this article that is sure to satisfy your taste buds. From traditional preparations to unique and creative variations, these recipes offer a range of options to suit every palate. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to explore the delicious world of cocktail sauce.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

(SHRIMP) COCKTAIL SAUCE



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Make and share this (Shrimp) Cocktail Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Darlene Summers

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup catsup
1 -2 tablespoon horseradish (to your taste)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 dash pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients and chill.
  • When ready to serve dip shrimp and enjoy.

SHRIMP COCKTAIL WITH HORSERADISH COCKTAIL SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 lbs. jumbo shrimp (peeled and de-veined)
1 cup ketchup
2 Tbs. fresh or store-bought horseradish
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1/4-cup of lemon juice
1 tsp. dried onion powder
1 fresh lemon for garnish
1 bunch fresh Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Drop shrimp into boiling water and reduce heat to simmer. Remove the shrimp from the water before they curl up (it will take about 3-4 minutes).
  • For cocktail sauce, combine ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, horseradish and lemon juice in a bowl and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving. You can also add dried onion powder if you desire. Salt to taste.

COCKTAIL SAUCE FOR SHRIMP



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A very hot cocktail sauce with a touch of sweetness.

Provided by sal

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

16 ounces chile sauce
6 tablespoons prepared horseradish
¼ cup white sugar
1 lemon, juiced
3 drops hot sauce

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, blend the chili sauce, horseradish, sugar, lemon juice, and hot sauce. Serve immediately or chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 45.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11.1 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.6 g, Sodium 35.5 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

PERFECT COCKTAIL SAUCE



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The perfect companion for shrimp and seafood. Easy and fast. Keeps in fridge for at least two weeks, covered.

Provided by Bonnie Blue

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup ketchup (such as Heinz®)
1 cup tomato-based chili sauce (such as Heinz®)
¼ cup prepared horseradish
⅓ cup light brown sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce (such as Frank's RedHot®)
¼ teaspoon garlic salt
¼ teaspoon onion powder

Steps:

  • Whisk the ketchup, chili sauce, horseradish, brown sugar, lemon juice, hot sauce, garlic salt, and onion powder together in a bowl until the sugar has dissolved; cover. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11.2 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 356.8 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

PERFECT BOILED SHRIMP AND COCKTAIL SAUCE



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Make and share this Perfect Boiled Shrimp and Cocktail Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by JackieOhNo

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 quarts water
1 bay leaf
1 lemon, quartered
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
1 lb shrimp
1/2 cup chili sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Heat water, bay leaf, lemon and black peppercorns to boiling in large pot. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, shell and devein shrimp. Add shrimp and cook just until pink and slightly firm to the touch, about 3 minutes. Drain immediately and cool under cold running water.
  • To make cocktail sauce, combine chili sauce, lime juice, horseradish, hot red pepper sauce, and Worcestershire sauce in bowl.

SHRIMP COCKTAIL WITH REMOULADE SAUCE



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Provided by Nancy Fuller

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 12 to 15 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon kosher salt
2 pounds peeled and deveined large (12- to 15-count) shrimp
Remoulade Sauce, recipe follows, for serving
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons sweet relish
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon
Dash white vinegar
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1/2 shallot, finely minced
Kosher salt, if needed
Cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • Prepare a large bowl of ice water; set aside.
  • Bring the white wine, salt and 8 cups water to a boil in a pot, then reduce to a low simmer. Stir in the shrimp and cook at a very low simmer until the shrimp are pink, firm and cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain and transfer the shrimp to the prepared ice water bath. Once cooled, drain and serve with Remoulade Sauce on the side.
  • Put the mayonnaise, sour cream, relish, seafood seasoning, tarragon, vinegar, lemon zest and juice and shallot in a large bowl and whisk to combine. Season with salt if using and cracked pepper. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

SPICY BEER-STEAMED SHRIMP WITH KICKED UP COCKTAIL SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 (12-ounce) bottled or canned beer
2 tablespoons crab boil
3 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
2 pounds shrimp, heads removed with shells on
1 tablespoon Essence, recipe follows
Kicked Up Cocktail Sauce, recipe follows
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons drained, prepared horseradish
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
Pinch salt
Pinch freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In the base pot of a steamer, combine the beer, crab boil, and garlic and bring to a simmer. Put the steamer basket in place.
  • In a bowl, toss the shrimp with the Essence. Place the shrimp in the steamer basket, close the lid and steam until the shrimp are firm and cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes, stirring the shrimp once to ensure even cooking.
  • Remove the basket with the shrimp and let sit until cool enough to handle. Turn out into a large serving bowl or onto a thick layer of newspapers spread on a table. Serve with the cocktail sauce for dipping.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.
  • Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch. Published by William and Morrow, 1993.
  • Mix all ingredients together and whisk well to combine.

GRILLED SHRIMP WITH CHILI COCKTAIL SAUCE



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2/3 to 3/4 cup chili sauce
2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
2 tablespoons lemon juice, about 1/2 lemon
1 tablespoon hot sauce, eyeball it
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon celery seed, 1/3 palmful
1 rib celery from heart with leafy tops, finely chopped
Coarsely ground black pepper
16 jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt
1 teaspoon smoked sweet paprika
A small handful parsley, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Combine the first 7 ingredients in a bowl, and season with pepper, to taste. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Heat a grill pan or grill to medium-high.
  • Dress the shrimp with extra-virgin olive oil, salt and pepper, to taste, and smoked paprika. Skewer the shrimp onto metal skewers, to ease in turning them, and grill until the shrimp are opaque and firm, about 7 to 8 minutes. Pile the shrimp on a serving platter, and drizzle with the sauce or pass the sauce at the table.

GRILLED-SHRIMP COCKTAIL WITH ORANGE-HORSERADISH SAUCE



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Grilled shrimp cocktail is a festive and easy-to-make apppetizer for entertaining. The dipping sauce gets its invigorating flavor from horseradish and fresh orange juice.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Sauce makes 1 1/3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (2 oranges)
Zest of 1 orange
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
3 tablespoons prepared horseradish, or to taste
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined (about 50)
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix orange juice, orange zest, sour cream, vinegar, and horseradish; stir to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover orange-horseradish sauce, and chill at last 1 hour, or overnight.
  • Heat grill or grill pan to medium-hot. Drizzle shrimp with olive oil, and toss to coat. Arrange shrimp on grill, working in batches if necessary. Grill until pink and developing golden-brown marks, about 3 minutes per side. Remove from heat. Serve shrimp with orange-horseradish sauce.

RACHEL'S WASABI COCKTAIL SAUCE



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This is cocktail sauce with a kick. You have to like wasabi to enjoy this. We really make this with double the wasabi, but thought it might be too much for some people. Start with a little and add until you get the flavor you like. If you add too much just increase the ketchup.

Provided by RACHEL1070

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 teaspoon brown sugar
⅛ teaspoon wasabi paste
⅛ teaspoon lemon or lime juice
½ cup ketchup

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, wasabi paste, lemon juice and ketchup. Chill until using, or use immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 34 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 337.8 mg, Sugar 8 g

AMAZING COCKTAIL SAUCE



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Spicy and delicious!

Provided by Tsubaki

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

⅓ cup ketchup
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons chile-garlic sauce (such as Sriracha)
1 tablespoon horseradish
¾ teaspoon hot sauce

Steps:

  • Combine the ketchup, lemon juice, chile sauce, horseradish, and hot sauce in a small bowl; whisk until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 26 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 575.2 mg, Sugar 5 g

COCKTAIL SAUCE (INA GARTEN BACK TO BASICS)



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This is a sauce for dipping shrimp into. It goes with Ina Garten's roasted shrimp cocktail Roasted shrimp coctail recipe #350688 . This sauce from Back to Basics cookbook from 2008, is perfect for any shrimp cocktail and easy to make. I keep it on file so no more bottle cocktail sauce is needed thus saving me money and allowing me to control the ingredients. Enjoy! ChefDLH

Provided by ChefDLH

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup chili sauce (recommended -- Heinz)
1/2 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons prepared horseradish
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce (recommended -- Tabasco)

Steps:

  • -combine the chili sauce, ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce.
  • -Serve as a dip with shrimp.

THE BEST COCKTAIL SAUCE EVER



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Make and share this The Best Cocktail Sauce Ever recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Crazy Chef Bob

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup Heinz Chili Sauce
1/4 cup Heinz ketchup
3 tablespoons horseradish
1 1/2 teaspoons Frank's red hot sauce
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon Lea & Perrins Worcestershire Sauce

Steps:

  • Mix all of the ingredients.
  • Chill at least one hour and stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 27.1, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 0.7, Sodium 260.2, Carbohydrate 5.5, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 3.4, Protein 0.7

SHRIMP COCKTAIL WITH HOMEMADE SAUCE



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Who doesn't love shrimp cocktail? It always scores major fancy points but couldn't be easier to make--even when you concoct your own cocktail sauce. The cardinal sin of shrimp cocktail is serving mealy, overcooked shrimp; cooking them with the peel on will help prevent them from overcooking. Also, leave enough time to chill the shrimp well-it's important to serve them to your guests ice cold!

Provided by Amanda Freitag

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield about 2 cups / 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lemon, sliced into thin wheels
2 tablespoons whole black peppercorns
2 bay leaves
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 pound whole shrimp, tail and peel on
2 cups ketchup
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper
1/4 cup lemon juice (from about 1 to 2 lemons)
2 tablespoons prepared or grated fresh horseradish (or a blend of both)

Steps:

  • For the shrimp: In a wide, shallow pan, combine the lemon, peppercorns, bay leaves, wine, and salt. Bring the poaching liquid to a gentle simmer over low heat. Add the shrimp and poach them for 3 to 5 minutes, or until they turn pink. Drain the shrimp and let them cool until they're cool enough to handle.
  • Peel the shrimp, leaving the tails on.
  • Look for the dark "vein" that runs the length of the shrimp's back. In order to remove it without destroying the shrimp, I recommend laying the shrimp on its side and carefully running a sharp paring knife down its back to make a shallow cut. Use the tip of the knife to extract the exposed vein.
  • Refrigerate the shrimp until you're about to serve them.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk together the ketchup, pepper, lemon juice, and horseradish to make the cocktail sauce. Taste the sauce and season with more horseradish if you want to add extra kick. Refrigerate.
  • Serve both the shrimp and cocktail sauce very cold.

SUPER AL'S COCKTAIL SAUCE



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Super Al's semi-famous cocktail sauce.

Provided by Al

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 2m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tablespoons finely grated raw horseradish
1 teaspoon dark brown sugar
⅛ teaspoon fresh lemon juice
6 tablespoons ketchup

Steps:

  • In a small bowl combine horseradish, brown sugar, lemon juice and ketchup. Mix well. Chill in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 57.7 calories, Carbohydrate 14.7 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1 g, Sodium 502.7 mg, Sugar 12.5 g

SHRIMP COCKTAIL WITH LEMON DIPPING SAUCE



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     appetizer

Time 5m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 pounds pre-cooked shelled extra-large shrimp
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon hot sauce, preferably Sriracha
2 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning, salt free
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • For Shrimp: Arrange Shrimp on serving platter, cover and refrigerate until serving.
  • For Spicy Lemon Pepper Dipping Sauce: In medium bowl, combine all ingredients. Whisk thoroughly. Pour into small serving bowl.
  • Serve chilled shrimp with dipping sauce on the side.

BEV'S QUICK AND EASY SHRIMP COCKTAIL SAUCE



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This is the way I've been making cocktail sauce for years. Never have to buy it because it is so incredibly easy and delicious to make at home. Fresh is always better!

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     Sauces

Time 2m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 cups ketchup
2 tablespoons horseradish, more if you like it hot
1/2 large lemon, juice of

Steps:

  • Mix together all ingredients and chill.
  • Bring on the shrimp!

BLOODY MARY SHRIMP COCKTAIL SAUCE



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Make and share this Bloody Mary Shrimp Cocktail Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups bloody mary mix or 1 1/2 cups spicy tomato juice
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup vodka
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl; stir to blend.
  • Serve with boiled, peeled, deveined shrimp.

SHRIMP COCKTAIL WITH SPICY BLOODY MARY SAUCE



Shrimp Cocktail with Spicy Bloody Mary Sauce image

Recipe does not include chill time for the shrimp. I have never made this recipe because I do not like hard liquor but it is definitely a good recipe for someone who does. It truly does look delicious!

Provided by Gingerbear

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1 pinch red pepper flakes, optional
1 1/2 cups seafood cocktail sauce
1/2 cup vodka
2 cups white wine
1 lemon, juice of
1 pinch red pepper flakes, optional
4 -6 jumbo shrimp, peeled and de-veined (tail left on)

Steps:

  • Combine horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, celery seeds, red pepper flakes, cocktail sauce and vodka.
  • Mix well and chill.
  • Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat wine, lemon juice and red pepper flakes.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
  • Poach shrimp just until pink and curled, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Place on ice and refrigerate.
  • When completely chilled, season lightly with salt and serve with sauce.

EASY SEAFOOD COCKTAIL SAUCE



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This versatile cocktail sauce has some "zip" to it from the horseradish and hot sauce, but these can be adjusted to suit your taste.

Provided by Bayhill

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 1 2/3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup chili sauce
3/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons prepared horseradish (use more or less to suit your taste)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (use more or less to suit your taste)
1 pinch celery salt
1 pinch onion salt
1 pinch garlic salt
black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a small bowl; cover and chill. Adjust seasonings to suit your taste before serving.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. This will result in a more flavorful cocktail sauce.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. There are many variations of cocktail sauce, so feel free to add your own personal touch.
  • Make sure to taste the cocktail sauce before serving. Adjust the seasonings to your liking.
  • Serve the cocktail sauce chilled. This will help to keep it from becoming too runny.
  • Cocktail sauce can be used as a dipping sauce for seafood, such as shrimp, crab, and lobster. It can also be used as a spread for sandwiches or wraps.

Conclusion:

Cocktail sauce is a versatile and delicious condiment that can be used in a variety of ways. Whether you are making it for a special occasion or just for a casual meal, be sure to follow these tips to make the best cocktail sauce possible.

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