Cocktail Sauce

How to Make Cocktail Sauce

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1. Put the ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce in a bowl.

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2. Stir well with a small whisk or spoon until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

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3. Taste, and add more horseradish for extra heat, or more lemon for sharpness.

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4. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes so the flavours blend. Taste again before serving and adjust if needed.

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Tips for Making Cocktail Sauce

• Use jarred horseradish, not horseradish cream. The plain, grated kind is much hotter, and it gives the sauce its real bite.
• Let it stand. The heat of horseradish takes some time to develop, so the sauce is hotter after an hour than it is straight after mixing.
• Stir in a spoonful of chilli sauce for a stronger, hotter version, or a pinch of celery salt for a more savoury one. Taste after each addition.

What to Serve with Cocktail Sauce

• Chilled prawns
• Fresh oysters
• Crab claws

Storing & Reheating Cocktail Sauce

Keeps in a covered jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. The heat of the horseradish fades slowly, so add a little more after a few days if you like it hot, and stir before serving, as a little liquid may separate.

Cocktail Sauce FAQ: Common Questions

Cocktail Sauce Nutrition

Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.