Learn how to make your own cocktail sauce from scratch with this simple and tasty recipe. This tangy and flavorful sauce is the perfect accompaniment to shrimp, oysters, and other seafood dishes. You'll never go back to store-bought sauce after trying this homemade version!
Ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and black pepper.
- Mix well until everything is fully combined.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve with chilled shrimp, oysters, or your favorite seafood dishes.
Interesting Facts
Cocktail sauce is a classic condiment for seafood dishes and is commonly served with shrimp cocktail.
Horseradish adds a spicy kick to the sauce, while the lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce provide a tangy flavor.
You can adjust the amount of horseradish and hot sauce to suit your personal taste preferences.