Elevate your seafood dining experience with this classic New England Seafood Cocktail Sauce, a zesty and flavorful accompaniment perfect for shrimp, lobster, oysters, and more. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 5 minutes, combining the tangy sweetness of ketchup with the heat of prepared horseradish, a splash of fresh lemon juice, and the savory depth of Worcestershire sauce. Hints of hot sauce, celery salt, and freshly ground black pepper add layers of spice and complexity, making this cocktail sauce an irresistible addition to any seafood platter. Refrigerate to let the flavors meld, and serve chilled for a refreshing, restaurant-quality dipping experience right at home.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ketchup and prepared horseradish.
Add the fresh lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce to the bowl.
Sprinkle in the celery salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Stir the mixture well until all the ingredients are fully combined.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more horseradish for heat, lemon juice for tanginess, or hot sauce for spice.
Transfer the cocktail sauce to a serving dish, cover, and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve cold with shrimp, lobster, oysters, or any seafood of your choice.
Calories |
382 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 16.3 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 1326 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.2 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 13 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 84 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.