Super Gulf Coast Cocktail Sauce

Elevate your seafood feast with this bold and zesty Super Gulf Coast Cocktail Sauce, the perfect accompaniment for shrimp, oysters, crab, and more. Bursting with vibrant flavors from tangy ketchup, spicy prepared horseradish, and a splash of fresh lemon juice, this easy, no-cook recipe comes together in just 5 minutes. A hint of smoky paprika, a dash of Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of hot sauce add depth and complexity to every bite, while garlic powder and freshly ground black pepper round out the seasoning. Whether you're hosting a party or enjoying a coastal-inspired dinner, this homemade cocktail sauce is a must-try dip that’s leagues ahead of store-bought alternatives. Serve it chilled for the ultimate seafood pairing experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup ketchup
• 3 tablespoons prepared horseradish
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce (like Tabasco)
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the ketchup and prepared horseradish. Stir well to mix.

Step 2

Add the fresh lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce to the mixture. Blend until smooth.

Step 3

Sprinkle in the smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir until all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 4

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed (e.g., add more horseradish for extra heat or more lemon juice for additional tang).

Step 5

Transfer the cocktail sauce to a serving dish or small bowl and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Serve chilled with shrimp, oysters, crab, or your choice of seafood.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(241.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	216.0

Total Fat 0.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 988.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 57.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g	0%
Total Sugars 42.2g
Protein 0.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 4.2mg	0%
Iron 0.1mg	0%
Potassium 13.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.0%

Protein: 0.3%

Carbs: 99.7%