Homemade Cocktail Sauce

Published by Izzy

on Aug 31, 2022

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This creamy Homemade Cocktail Sauce is delicious with shrimp and any other kind of seafood. It’s a tangy combination of ketchup, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and horseradish.

Forget about buying cocktail sauce at the grocery store – this homemade version is much better and takes just 5 minutes to make!

What Is Cocktail Sauce?

Also known as seafood sauce, cocktail sauce is a delicious tomato-based combination of savory and spicy flavors. It pairs exquisitely with shrimp but is also delicious with other types of seafood.

Ingredients You’ll Need

ketchup
fresh lemon juice
Worcestershire sauce
garlic
prepared horseradish
optional hot sauce

(Note: Full recipe is at the bottom of the post)

How to Make Cocktail Sauce

Mix together ketchup, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic in a small bowl.
Add 1 tablespoon of horseradish. Taste and add more if desired. For a spicy kick, add a few drops of hot sauce.
Use with your favorite shrimp dish and enjoy.

How To Store Homemade Cocktail Sauce

Place the cocktail sauce in an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to 6 months.

Can You Freeze Homemade Cocktail Sauce?

Yes, this cocktail sauce keeps well in the freezer. Simply transfer it to a freezer-safe container and freeze for 6-12 months.

How To Serve Homemade Cocktail Sauce

This cocktail sauce is delicious with any type of shrimp dish. Try it with other shellfish like crab and lobster or with fish sticks. It’s also delicious on burgers and sausages and stirred into creamy dips to add a kick of flavor and spice.

Why Did My Cocktail Sauce Gel?

If your cocktail sauce develops a gel-like consistency, there’s no need to worry. It’s likely due to the horseradish interacting with the pectin in the tomatoes. Simply give it a good stir and serve as desired.