Creamy Seafood Cocktail Sauce
Elevate your seafood dishes with this irresistible Creamy Seafood Cocktail Sauce, a perfect balance of tangy, zesty, and smoky flavors that pairs beautifully with shrimp, crab, or any fresh catch from the sea. Combining the richness of mayonnaise and a touch of sweetness from ketchup with the bold punch of prepared horseradish and Worcestershire sauce, this homemade sauce is further enhanced with fresh lemon juice, hot sauce, and a sprinkle of smoked paprika for a subtle spice. Finished with a hint of fresh parsley for color and brightness, this quick and easy recipe takes just 10 minutes to prepare and delivers restaurant-quality flavor right at home. Serve it chilled for the ultimate dipping experience, whether you're hosting a seafood feast or simply treating yourself to a coastal-inspired snack.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Ketchup
- 1.5 tablespoons Prepared horseradish
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Hot sauce (e.g., Tabasco)
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and ketchup. Stir until smooth and evenly mixed.
Stir in the prepared horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, fresh lemon juice, and hot sauce. Mix well to combine all the flavors evenly.
Add the smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to ensure the spices are well incorporated.
Sprinkle the finely chopped parsley into the mixture and gently fold it in for a pop of freshness and color.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings if needed. For more tanginess, add a bit more lemon juice. For extra heat, add a touch more hot sauce or horseradish.
Once everything is combined, transfer the cocktail sauce to a serving bowl or airtight container.
Chill the sauce in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the creamy seafood cocktail sauce with shrimp, crab, or your favorite seafood. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1050 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.7 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.9 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 130 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 1377 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.4 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 23 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 139 mg | 3% | |
*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.
