Description
🍤 Whip up this quick, budget-friendly shrimp cocktail sauce in minutes for a fresher, bolder flavor than store-bought! 🍋✨
🔥 Customize the spice level to your taste and enjoy a versatile dip that pairs perfectly with shrimp and seafood favorites! 🌿👌
Ingredients
Ketchup
Prepared horseradish
Lemon juice
Worcestershire sauce
Chili sauce (optional)
Hot sauce (optional)
Minced garlic (optional)
Cilantro (optional)
Brown sugar (optional)
Tomato powder (optional)
Instructions
1. Gather all ingredients, including ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine ketchup with prepared horseradish.
3. Add freshly squeezed lemon juice for brightness.
4. Stir in Worcestershire sauce to enhance depth of flavor.
5. Customize by adding chili sauce, hot sauce, minced garlic, or cilantro if desired.
6. Adjust the amount of horseradish to control spiciness.
7. For added sweetness, mix in a small amount of brown sugar if preferred.
8. Stir all ingredients thoroughly until well combined and smooth.
9. Taste and adjust seasoning to personal preference.
10. Transfer the cocktail sauce to a serving dish or airtight container.
11. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
12. Serve chilled alongside boiled or steamed shrimp.
13. Garnish with lemon wedges for extra zest.
14. Store any leftover sauce in the refrigerator for up to several days.
15. Use as a dip for other seafood or fried foods if desired.
Notes
Adjust the amount of horseradish to control the spiciness of your shrimp cocktail sauce to suit your taste.
For a deeper flavor, add a small amount of brown sugar or tomato powder to balance the tanginess of the ketchup and lemon juice.
Make the sauce ahead of time and refrigerate it for a few hours to let the flavors blend for a richer taste.
- Prep Time: 5
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American