Best 4 Spicy Cocktail Sauce Recipes

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Spice up your seafood feasts with our tantalizing Spicy Cocktail Sauce, a symphony of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing. This versatile sauce is the perfect companion for shrimp cocktails, crab cakes, or any seafood dish that deserves a kick. With its zesty blend of ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, and a secret blend of spices, our sauce strikes the perfect balance between heat and tang. Discover how to make this delightful sauce in just a few simple steps and elevate your seafood game to new heights.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPICY BEER-STEAMED SHRIMP WITH KICKED UP COCKTAIL SAUCE



Spicy Beer-Steamed Shrimp with Kicked Up Cocktail Sauce image

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.

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.

SPICY SHRIMP BURGER W/GINGER MAYO COCKTAIL SAUCE



Spicy Shrimp Burger w/Ginger Mayo Cocktail Sauce image

No need to fish for compliments when you bring this burger to table! Medium tender white shrimp, pulse lightly in food processor together with fresh cilantro, ginger, garlic, and just a touch of crushed red pepper flakes. This juicy shrimp burger topped with Ginger Mayo Cocktail sauce is all you need to enhance the flavors in...

Provided by Carol White

Categories     Sandwiches

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 1/2 lb medium white shrimp, peeled, deveined and tails off
1/2 c loose cut cilantro leafs
3 clove garlic
1/2 slice green bell pepper
1/2` small onion
1 c panko bread crumbs
2 tsp old bay seasoning
2 tsp fresh dill, chopped
2 Tbsp fresh ginger paste, gourmet garden
1/3 c mayonnaise
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
2 Tbsp olive oil
FOR THE BURGERS
6 soft kaiser rolls
6 leafs of butter lettuce
1/2 c red onion, thinly sliced
GINGER MAYO COCKTAIL SAUCE
1/2 c mayonnise
1 Tbsp fresh chopped parsley
1 Tbsp ginger paste
1/2 c spicy cocktail sauce

Steps:

  • 1. In a food processor, add cilantro leafs, garlic, green pepper and onion, pulse lightly to combine. Then add shrimp to food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped.
  • 2. Remove shrimp mixture from food processor and place in a large bowl; add panko bread crumbs, old bay seasonings, dill, ginger, and mayo blend well. Then add salt, pepper and red pepper flakes.
  • 3. Form shrimp burgers - with a large ice cream scoop or large spoon, place mixture in your hands and form 6 - ½" thick Patties and place them on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Place burgers in the refrigerator and let chilled for about 10 - 15 minutes.
  • 4. While burgers are chilling, in a small bowl add ½ cup of mayo, parsley, ginger paste and cocktail sauce and mix well.
  • 5. In a large nonstick skillet, over medium heat add olive oil and place 3 patties in pan and cook until golden brown on one side, then turn over and cook the other side. Repeat the process for second batch of patties. Cooking process should take about 15 - 20 minutes. After cooking place burgers on a plate and keep warm.
  • 6. Place Kaiser rolls in toaster oven and toast lightly if desire. For each burger, place one butter lettuce leaf on bottom bun, add shrimp burger, thinly sliced red onions and top it off with ginger mayo cocktail sauce then crown burger with top bun. Round out the meal with fries, chips or potato salad. Enjoy

SPICY COCKTAIL SAUCE



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Provided by Kathleen Riemer

Categories     Other Sauces

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup horseradish
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce,
1/2 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon lemon juice
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Whisk the ketchup, horseradish, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce and lemon juice together in a stainless steel bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Yield: 3/4 cup.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your cocktail sauce the best flavor. If you can, use ripe tomatoes, fresh horseradish, and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
  • Adjust the spiciness to your taste: This recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, but you can adjust the amount to your liking. If you want a milder sauce, use less cayenne pepper. If you want a spicier sauce, use more.
  • Make ahead: Cocktail sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. This makes it a great option for parties or gatherings.
  • Serve with your favorite seafood: Cocktail sauce is a classic condiment for shrimp, crab, and lobster. It can also be used as a dipping sauce for fish sticks or calamari.

Conclusion:

This spicy cocktail sauce is the perfect addition to your next seafood feast. It's easy to make, can be made ahead of time, and is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're serving seafood, don't forget the cocktail sauce!

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