Need ideas for different kinds of dipping sauces for chilled shrimp, instead of cocktail sauce?

Question

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Answer 1

Dill Dipping Sauce
Tasty. Low-cal. Goes with anything.

3 shallots
1 tablespoon dried dill leaves (or 2 tablespoons fresh)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 1/4 cups sour cream
Pinch of white pepper

Mince the shallots. Combine the shallots with the rest of the ingredients. Chill. This sauce may be prepared up to 5 days in advance. Makes 1 1/2 cups.


Horseradish Sauce Recipe
Especially good with beef.

4 teaspoons prepared horseradish
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/4 cups sour cream
Salt and pepper to taste

Whisk together all ingredients until well blended. Chill. This sauce may be prepared up to 5 days in advance. Makes 1 1/2 cups.



Honey-Mustard Dipping Sauce Recipe
Especially good with chicken.
1 cup honey
1/2 cup Dijon mustard

Combine the honey and mustard. This sauce is best when prepared a day or two ahead of time. It may be served at room temperature. Makes 1 1/2 cups.


Sweet and Sour Sauce Recipe
Don't let this recipe's simplicity fool you. It's the best.
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup sugar


Combine all ingredients and heat until hot and the sugar has dissolved. Serve warm or at room temperature. This sauce may be prepared a few days in advance and warmed before serving. Makes 1 1/2 cups.



Mint Dipping Sauce Recipe
1 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced, or 1/4 teaspoon dry
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger


Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Chill.

Answer 2

This is a really great one that I love...

Basil Dipping Sauce

1 cup mayonnaise
1 Tbsp. snipped fresh basil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp. lemon juice
1 tsp. Dijon-style mustard
1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper

1. In a small bowl combine all ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Enjoy!!

Answer 3

Japenese Dipping sauce

1 cup mayonaise
2 tbsp ketchup
1/2 tsp Japanese togarashi powder / cayenne pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt/Pepper
PREPARATION:
Blend all the ingredients in a bowl. Add some salt and pepper to adjust the taste.

http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/recipes/appetizer/shrimpaioli.html

http://www.foodnetwork.com/food/recipes/recipe/0,1977,FOOD_9936_27385,00.html

Answer 4

You can try melted butter with garlic and chives, or consider adding an Asian flare by using a sweet chili sauce for dipping.

Answer 5

I use equal parts mayon, ketchup, mustard and Louisiana Hot Sauce to taste. Goes good with shrimp, crabs, crawfish, or anything else.

Answer 6

This is very simple and good.
Mix Mayo, Some type of Cajun Seasoning like Tony Chachere's (thats my favorite) and a squeeze of lemon. Verry good and simple

Answer 7

CHILLI DIP IS GOOD WITH SHRIMP. JUST SQUIRT SOME CHILLI KETCHUP INTO SOME MAYONNAISE MIX AND ITS DONE, VERY EASY AND QUICK.

Answer 8

tartar sauce, hot sauce, sweet and sour sauce, terryaki sauce

Answer 9

mayo+ketchup+dash of tabasco+dash worstershire+ squeeze of lemon mix well and enjoy.

Answer 10

try homemade guacomole if it wasnt 2am i would get the recipe for you but if your interested email me and ill send it later