Cocktail Sauce the Emeril Way
Elevate your seafood experience with "Cocktail Sauce the Emeril Way," a zesty and flavorful take on the classic condiment that's bursting with bold Creole-inspired elements. This easy, no-cook recipe comes together in just 10 minutes and combines the tangy sweetness of ketchup with the punch of prepared horseradish, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce. A dash of hot sauce, minced garlic, and Creole seasoning infuse the sauce with heat and complexity, while a hint of freshly ground black pepper ties it all together. Perfectly chilled, this versatile cocktail sauce is the ideal companion for shrimp, oysters, or any seafood dish, making it a must-have for your next gathering or weeknight treat. Try it today and taste the Emeril-approved difference!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (e.g., Tabasco)
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon creole seasoning
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the ketchup and prepared horseradish. Stir until well blended.
Add the fresh lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce to the bowl. Stir to combine.
Mix in the minced garlic, Creole seasoning, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning, if needed, by adding more horseradish for heat, lemon juice for acidity, or hot sauce for spice.
Transfer the cocktail sauce to a serving bowl. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, if time permits.
Serve chilled alongside shrimp, oysters, or your favorite seafood.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
395 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.4 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 1945 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.9 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.4 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 108 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
