Best 3 Cocktail Sauce Ina Garten Back To Basics Recipes

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Embrace the delightful world of cocktail sauce, a versatile condiment that elevates seafood and appetizer platters to new heights. This tangy, flavorful sauce boasts a rich history, tracing its roots back to the 1920s.

In this comprehensive guide, we present a collection of cocktail sauce recipes curated from various culinary experts, including the renowned Ina Garten. Each recipe offers a unique twist on this classic sauce, ensuring there's a perfect match for every palate and occasion. From the classic tomato-based version to zesty horseradish-infused variations, these recipes cater to a wide range of preferences.

Whether you're preparing a seafood feast, hosting a cocktail party, or simply seeking a flavorful addition to your next gathering, our selection of cocktail sauce recipes has you covered. Dive in and explore the vibrant flavors that await!

Let's cook with our recipes!

SHRIMP WITH COCKTAIL SAUCE



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 13m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lemon
Kosher salt
2 pounds large shrimp in the shell (about 30)
1/2 cup chili sauce (recommended: Heinz)
1/2 cup ketchup (recommended: Heinz)
3 tablespoons prepared horseradish
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce (recommended: Tabasco)

Steps:

  • Cut the lemon in half and add it to a large pot of boiling salted water. Add the shrimp and cook, uncovered, for only 3 minutes, until the shrimp are just cooked through. Remove with a slotted spoon to a bowl of cool water. When the shrimp are cool enough to handle, peel and devein them. Keep cold until ready to serve.
  • For the cocktail sauce, combine the chili sauce, ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Serve with the shrimp.

ROASTED SHRIMP COCKTAIL



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds (12 to 15-count) shrimp
1 tablespoon good olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup chili sauce (recommended: Heinz)
1/2 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons prepared horseradish
2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce (recommended: Tabasco)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Peel and devein the shrimp, leaving the tails on. Place them on a sheet pan with the olive oil, salt, and pepper and spread them in 1 layer. Roast for 8 to10 minutes, just until pink and firm and cooked through. Set aside to cool.
  • For the sauce, combine the chili sauce, ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Serve as a dip with the shrimp.

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.

Tips:

  • Use quality ingredients: Fresh herbs, ripe tomatoes, and flavorful horseradish will make all the difference in the taste of your cocktail sauce.
  • Adjust the spiciness to your liking: If you don't like spicy food, you can reduce the amount of horseradish or omit it altogether. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper or paprika for a more subtle heat.
  • Make it ahead of time: Cocktail sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance. This makes it a great option for parties or potlucks.
  • Serve it chilled: Cocktail sauce is best served cold. You can chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Use it as a dipping sauce or marinade: Cocktail sauce is not just for shrimp. It can also be used as a dipping sauce for fish, chicken, or vegetables. You can also use it as a marinade for seafood or poultry.

Conclusion:

Ina Garten's cocktail sauce is a classic recipe that is sure to please everyone at your next party or get-together. It is easy to make, can be made ahead of time, and is versatile enough to be used as a dipping sauce, marinade, or condiment. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make cocktail sauce, give Ina Garten's recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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