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Crosse & Blackwell Cocktail Sauce Recipe

Crosse & Blackwell Cocktail Sauce Recipe

This Crosse & Blackwell Cocktail Sauce Recipe brings back many happy kitchen memories. I grew up seeing this sauce on shrimp plates. It always felt special.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Sauce
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 35 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Ketchup – 1 cup
  • Prepared horseradish – 2 tablespoons
  • Fresh lemon juice – 1 tablespoon
  • Worcestershire sauce – 1 teaspoon
  • Hot sauce – ½ teaspoon
  • Salt – ¼ teaspoon
  • Black pepper – ¼ teaspoon

Instructions
  

Add the Ketchup

  • Pour the ketchup into a clean mixing bowl. Use a spoon to smooth the surface.

Mix in Horseradish

  • Add prepared horseradish. Stir slowly to spread the heat evenly.

Add Lemon Juice

  • Pour fresh lemon juice into the bowl. This brightens the sauce flavor.

Stir in Worcestershire Sauce

  • Add Worcestershire sauce. Mix gently until fully combined.

Add Hot Sauce

  • Drizzle hot sauce into the bowl. Adjust amount based on your spice level.

Season the Sauce

  • Sprinkle salt and black pepper. Stir well until smooth and glossy.

Taste and Adjust

  • Taste the sauce. Add more lemon or horseradish if needed.

Chill Before Serving

  • Cover and chill for ten minutes. This helps flavors blend nicely.

Notes

  • Use extra horseradish for stronger heat
  • Add a pinch of sugar for balance
  • Try smoked paprika for depth
  • Use fresh grated horseradish if available
  • Swap lemon with lime for twist
  • Make it thicker with less ketchup
Keyword Crosse & Blackwell Cocktail Sauce Recipe