Best 2 Kicked Up Creole Tartar Sauce Recipes

**Kicked-Up Creole Tartar Sauce: A Zesty Twist to Elevate Your Seafood Dishes**

When it comes to seafood, the right sauce can make all the difference. Enter kicked-up Creole tartar sauce, a vibrant and flavorful condiment that adds a zesty kick to your favorite seafood dishes. This recipe combines classic tartar sauce ingredients with a blend of Creole spices, herbs, and tangy flavors, resulting in a sauce that is both creamy and bold. Whether you're enjoying fried catfish, shrimp po'boys, or grilled salmon, this Creole tartar sauce will elevate your seafood experience to the next level. So, get ready to add some extra zing to your next seafood feast with this easy-to-make, yet incredibly delicious sauce. In addition to the classic Creole tartar sauce recipe, this article also features a spicy remoulade sauce, a tangy Creole cocktail sauce, and a refreshing avocado tartar sauce. Each sauce brings its own unique flavor profile to the table, ensuring that you have the perfect accompaniment for any seafood dish you choose.

Let's cook with our recipes!

KICKED UP CREOLE TARTAR SAUCE

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I've been making my own sauces for awhile now. Store brands just don't compare. Nothing could be easier to make than Cajun Cocktail Sauce or this recipe. Use it with any boiled or fried seafood and especialy hush puppies. Enjoy!

Provided by Donna Graffagnino

Categories Other Sauces

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 c miracle whip or blue plate mayo (i like m.w.)
2 Tbsp sweet pickle relish, coarsely chopped
1 Tbsp minced fresh onion
2 tsp hot sauce (tobasco)
1/4 tsp cajun seasoning
1/4 tsp oregano, dried
1/2 tsp lemon juice (optional)

Steps:

1. Combine all or your ingredients. Store in a mason jar or sealed plastic container and keep in the refrigerator.
2. Optional Ingredients: Dill relish instead of sweet Dill weed Minced green onion Use your imagination to make it your own.

EMERIL'S KICKED-UP TARTAR SAUCE

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Try this tartar sauce recipe with Emeril's Southern-Style Pan-Fried Catfish from his new book, "Emeril 20-40-60."

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Cuisine-Inspired Recipes Southern Recipes

Yield Makes about 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup finely chopped cornichons, dill pickles, or dill pickle relish, drained
2 tablespoons minced shallots
2 tablespoons minced scallions, green parts only
1 tablespoon finely chopped nonpareil capers
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 teaspoons Creole mustard or other spicy whole-grain mustard
1/2 teaspoon Louisiana hot sauce
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon, crushed

Steps:

Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl until well combined. Refrigerate until ready to serve or in an airtight container up to 1 week.

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients to ensure the best flavor.
Be sure to chop the pickles, onions, and capers finely so that they evenly distribute throughout the sauce.
Taste the sauce as you go and adjust the seasonings to your liking.
Let the sauce chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the sauce with fried or grilled fish, seafood, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

This kicked-up Creole tartar sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a zesty and flavorful sauce, give this Creole tartar sauce a try!