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Homemade Cocktail Sauce

  • Author: slsrecipes
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: About 1 cup (250 g)
  • Category: Seafood Sauce
  • Method: Mix
  • Cuisine: Modern
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A quick and tangy homemade cocktail sauce—creamy with a zesty horseradish kick—perfect for seafood like shrimp, crab, oysters, and more.


Ingredients

  • ⅔ cup (160 g) whole‑egg mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup (60 g) ketchup
  • 1 Tbsp horseradish cream (or Dijon mustard)
  • 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Dash of Tabasco (optional)
  • Sea salt, to taste


Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, horseradish cream, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and Tabasco (if using).
  2. Taste and adjust with salt or extra Tabasco as desired.
  3. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge until needed.

Notes

  • Horseradish cream adds mild heat—kids might not notice it. Substitute Dijon mustard if preferred.
  • Make up to 3 days ahead—the flavors improve as it rests.
  • Store refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days; stir before serving.