Cocktail Sauce
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
36 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Cocktail Sauce
Description
Combining common condiments including ketchup and prepared horseradish, this sauce is flavored with Worcestershire sauce and fresh lemon juice for acidity. Onion powder and a hint of smoked paprika contribute subtle depth, while optional Tabasco sauce can increase heat. Stirred together thoroughly and chilled, the sauce develops well-rounded flavor and a smooth texture.
The finishing flavor is tangy and moderately spicy with smoky undertones, suitable for pairing with cold seafood or as a dipping sauce. Chilling enhances the melding of spices and freshness.
This sauce is typically served chilled alongside shrimp cocktails or other shellfish, adding a piquant contrast that complements the natural seafood flavors.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon horseradish not "horseradish sauce", prepared
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika , optional for a hint of smokiness
- 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
- Tabasco sauce , optional for heat
Instructions
- Place all of the ingredients in a small bowl and stir until combined. For the best flavor, chill for at least an hour before serving. Can be made well in advance.Store in an airtight container in the fridge where it will keep for up to a week.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 36 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2tablespoons | |
| Calories | 36kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 0.4g | 1% |
| Fat | 0.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.01g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.04g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.01g | 0% |
| Sodium | 327mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 124mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 218IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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