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Old Bay Cocktail Sauce

Old Bay Cocktail Sauce

Make zesty, bold Old Bay cocktail sauce in 5 minutes using ketchup, horseradish, and iconic Maryland seasoning, perfect for shrimp, crab, and oysters.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 0.75 Cup
Course: Condiment, Sauce
Cuisine: American
Calories: 30
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 Cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/4 Cup Ketchup
  • 2 Tbsp Horseradish
  • 1 Tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 Tsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1½ Tsp Old Bay Seasoning
  • A Few Dashes Hot Sauce Optional
  • ¼ Tsp Garlic Powder
  • ⅛ Tsp Black Pepper

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise and ketchup until smooth.
  2. Stir in prepared horseradish, fresh lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce.
  3. Add Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, black pepper, and hot sauce if using. Mix well.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more Old Bay or horseradish for an extra kick.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
  6. Serve as a zesty dip for shrimp, crab, oysters, or your favorite seafood.