Description
This Spicy Cocktail Sauce is a zesty and tangy condiment perfect for enhancing the flavors of seafood dishes like shrimp and crab. Made with a blend of ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce, it offers a balanced heat and acidity that complements shellfish beautifully. Quick to prepare and customizable in spiciness, this sauce is ideal for parties or casual meals.
Ingredients
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Spicy Cocktail Sauce Ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (e.g., Tabasco or your preferred choice)
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Base Ingredients: In a bowl, mix together 1 cup of ketchup and 2 tablespoons of prepared horseradish, adjusting the horseradish amount to your preferred spice level.
- Add Flavor Enhancers: Stir in 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of your favorite hot sauce, and 1/2 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce until fully blended.
- Season to Taste: Taste the sauce and season with salt and pepper. Add additional hot sauce or horseradish if you prefer a spicier sauce.
- Chill: Refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Serve: Serve chilled alongside shrimp, crab, or your favorite seafood for a deliciously spicy accompaniment.
Notes
- Adjust the level of horseradish and hot sauce to control the heat intensity.
- For a smoother sauce, you can blend the ingredients briefly in a food processor.
- Keep refrigerated and use within 3 to 5 days for best freshness.
- Pairs well with other appetizers such as fried calamari or grilled fish.
