Elevate Your Seafood Game with Homemade Cocktail Sauce
If you're looking to add a zesty kick to your seafood dishes, making your own cocktail sauce is the way to go. Not only is it incredibly easy, but it also allows you to control the flavor and freshness of the ingredients. Homemade Cocktail Sauce is a game-changer, and once you try it, you'll never go back to store-bought again.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons horseradish
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
Instructions:
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
- Mix until smooth.
- Adjust flavors to taste, adding more horseradish for heat or lemon juice for tang.
Tips:
- For a spicier kick, increase the amount of hot sauce.
- Fresh lemon juice makes a big difference compared to bottled.
- Serve chilled with shrimp, oysters, or crab cakes for the best experience.
This simple yet delightful sauce can be made in just minutes, and it's a perfect accompaniment to any seafood dish. Enjoy the freshness and depth of flavor that only homemade cocktail sauce can provide.
