Best 4 Easy Seafood Cocktail Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our comprehensive guide to preparing the ultimate Seafood Cocktail Sauce. This versatile sauce is the perfect complement to a variety of seafood dishes, adding a burst of flavor and enhancing the natural sweetness of your favorite catches. Discover three distinct recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic sauce.

Dive into the simplicity of our first recipe, featuring a harmonious blend of ketchup, prepared horseradish, lemon juice, and a hint of Worcestershire sauce. Experience the perfect balance of tang, sweetness, and a subtle kick that elevates any seafood dish.

Next, elevate your sauce game with our second recipe, which introduces the richness of mayonnaise and a touch of Dijon mustard. This creamy variation adds a luscious texture and a subtle sharpness that pairs wonderfully with shrimp cocktails and grilled fish.

Finally, embark on a culinary adventure with our third recipe, infusing your sauce with the warmth of chili sauce and the smokiness of paprika. This robust version adds a touch of heat and a vibrant red hue, making it the ideal accompaniment for bold-flavored seafood like crab legs and smoked salmon.

So, prepare to tantalize your taste buds as we delve into the world of Seafood Cocktail Sauce, exploring three exquisite recipes that will transform your seafood dishes into culinary masterpieces.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

QUICK COCKTAIL SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup of ketchup
2 tablespoons horseradish
Worcestershire sauce
1 lemon
Tabasco sauce, to taste

Steps:

  • In small bowl combine ketchup, horseradish, a dash of Worcestershire, a squirt of lemon, and a dash of Tabasco sauce. Chill and serve.

SEAFOOD COCKTAIL SAUCE



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This is the seafood sauce I have been making for the past 40 years; it still the easiest and tastiest!

Provided by Sageca

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 1 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup ketchup
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup chili sauce
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients and chill.
  • Serve with cold shrimps or other seafood.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.8, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 2198.2, Carbohydrate 42.1, Fiber 6, Sugar 29.8, Protein 3.9

COCKTAIL SAUCE RECIPE



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Easy Cocktail Sauce recipe for seafood. Just 5 simple ingredients needed for a zesty delicious sauce. Perfect with shrimp cocktail and crab.

Provided by Cyndy Ufkes ~ The Art of Food and Wine

Categories     Appetizer     condiments     Dip     sauces

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup Ketchup
1 Tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
3 Tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
3 Tbsp Prepared Horseradish
1 Dash Hot Sauce

Steps:

  • Blend the ketchup and horseradish in a bowl, making sure they are thoroughly mixed together
  • Add in the lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce, again blending thoroughly
  • Taste and make any flavor adjustments
  • To make it spicier: Add more hot sauce or horseradish
  • To make sauce less spicy: Add more ketchup
  • Use at room temperature or keep sealed in refrigerator for up to 7 days. Bring to room temperature before serving for best flavor

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 36 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 293 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 7 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g

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 seafood. Fresh seafood will have a better flavor and texture than frozen seafood.
  • Cook the seafood properly. Seafood should be cooked just until it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Overcooked seafood will be tough and rubbery.
  • Use a variety of seafood. This will give your cocktail sauce a more complex flavor. Some good options include shrimp, crab, lobster, and scallops.
  • Add some vegetables. Vegetables will add color and crunch to your cocktail sauce. Good options include celery, onion, and bell pepper.
  • Use a good quality ketchup. The ketchup is the base of the cocktail sauce, so it's important to use a good quality one. Look for a ketchup that is made with fresh tomatoes and has a rich, tangy flavor.
  • Season to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You may also want to add a bit of lemon juice or Worcestershire sauce.

Conclusion:

Seafood cocktail sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used on a variety of seafood dishes. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy way to add flavor to your seafood, give seafood cocktail sauce a try!

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