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It's easy to make this keto co*cktail sauce! Simply replace the sugary ketchup with unsweetened ketchup. It tastes just like the restaurant version!

This easy recipe contains four ingredients, is ready in five minutes, and you can - and should - make it ahead of time.

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Shrimp co*cktail is one of my favorite appetizers to order in restaurants (deviled eggs is another one). I always feel a little guilty when I order it because the sauce served at restaurants is quite high in sugar.

That's why I've been wanting for a long time now to make a keto co*cktail sauce and serve it with boiled shrimp right here at home.

I don't know why it took me so long - it's so very easy to make. If you're like me and really like shrimp co*cktail, you can now enjoy it freely, even on a low-carb or keto diet!

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Ingredients

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You'll only need a few ingredients to make this flavorful sauce. The exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below. Here's an overview of what you'll need:

  • Unsweetened ketchup: It's really tasty. It always makes me wonder why do they need to add so much sugar to regular ketchup.
  • Horseradish: I really like the Bubbies brand, which is quite potent! I get it at Whole Foods.
  • Worcestershire sauce: A very small amount (just ½ teaspoon) adds great flavor to the sauce.
  • Hot pepper sauce: I like the Organic Harvest brand. Again, it's quite potent.

Instructions

How to make keto co*cktail sauce? It's so easy, I can hardly call it a recipe! The detailed instructions are included in the recipe card below. Here are the basic steps:

  • Mix. In a small bowl, whisk together the ingredients. (Photos 1-4).
  • Chill. Cover and chill until ready to use. This will allow the flavors to meld, so it's actually a good idea to make this sauce ahead of time. (Photo 5).
  • Serve. Mix again before serving. (Photo 6).
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Expert tip

Did you know that melted butter is awesome with shrimp? As I said, a shrimp co*cktail is one of my favorite appetizers to order in restaurants.

But since I realize that the sauce served in restaurants is high in sugar, sometimes I ask them to serve the shrimp with melted butter. It's delicious!

But I like co*cktail sauce so much, that other times I figure that the little I use with the six prawns they typically give you won't be so bad. So I go ahead and order it. Yum.

Frequently asked questions

Can you eat a shrimp co*cktail on the keto diet?

Yes! You just need to make a low-sugar sauce. To make it, you can use any recipe you like. Simply replace the regular, sugary ketchup with unsweetened ketchup.

Why is there so much sugar in regular ketchup?

The sugar is added for flavor and as a preservative. But there's way too much of it in regular ketchup.

This low-sugar co*cktail sauce tastes amazing. It basically tastes just like the restaurant version. The only difference I notice is that I don't like lemon juice in this recipe, so I omit it. Perhaps this is because there isn't enough sugar in the ketchup to balance out the acidity of the lemon juice.

How much horseradish should I add?

The brand of prepared horseradish I use is quite potent, so I only use one tablespoon of it.

Depending on the brand you use, you might need to add up to two tablespoons. It's best to start with less, then taste and decide for yourself.

Serving suggestions

  • The obvious use for this sauce is to serve it with boiled shrimp.
  • It's also very good with other types of seafood such as oysters, clams, crab, and scallops.
  • Try it as a topping to simply prepared fish such as grilled salmon.
  • Use it to top meatloaf.
  • Serve it as a dip for prosciutto-wrapped mozzarella.
  • It's great as a dip for chicken nuggets.

Storing leftovers

You can keep this sauce in the fridge, in an airtight container, for up to 5 days. Give it another good stir before using it.

You can also freeze it for up to three months. I like to freeze it in ice cube trays, then place the frozen cubes in freezer bags.

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Keto co*cktail Sauce

It's easy to make low carb co*cktail sauce - all you need is to replace the ketchup with unsweetened ketchup.

Prep Time5 minutes mins

Total Time5 minutes mins

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 15kcal

Author: Vered DeLeeuw

Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsweetened ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon horseradish*
  • ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Instructions

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Notes

*The prepared horseradish I use is quite potent, so I only use one tablespoon of it. Depending on the brand you use, you might need to add up to two tablespoons. It's best to start with less, then taste and decide for yourself.

You can keep this sauce in the fridge, in an airtight container, for up to 5 days. Give it another good stir before using it.

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Nutrition per Serving

Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 15kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 0.1g | Sodium: 186mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.7g

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Keto co*cktail Sauce: Super Easy Recipe! - Healthy Recipes Blog (20) Vered DeLeeuw, LL.M., CNC, has been following a low-carb real-food diet and blogging about it since 2011. She's a Certified Nutrition Coach (NASM-CNC), has taken courses at the Harvard School of Public Health, and has earned a Nutrition and Healthy Living Certificate from Cornell University. Her work has appeared in several major media outlets, including Healthline, HuffPost, Today, Women's Health, Shape, and Country Living. Click to learn more about Vered.

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  1. Lisa

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    So glad I saved this recipe long ago - I make it just as written and the whole family loves it. Thank you!

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    • Vered DeLeeuw

      I'm so glad you like this recipe, Lisa! Thank you for your comment.

      Reply

  2. Jamie

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    This was perfect. Like Carole, I added a sweetener, and I can't tell a difference between this and the sugary sauce you get at restaurants. Thank you for a great recipe!

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    • Vered DeLeeuw

      You're very welcome, Jamie! Thank you for leaving a comment.

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  3. Carole Rice

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    I add a teaspoon of erythritol to cut the acidity. It makes it taste like the regular store-bought sauce.

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    • Vered DeLeeuw

      Glad you like it, Carole! Adding a small amount of sweetener is a great idea.

      Reply

  4. Baltisraul

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    We had it last night and it was a hit. I used 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce , to us that put this over the top in the ratings.

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    • Vered DeLeeuw

      I'm so glad you liked it! Thank you for leaving a comment.

      Reply

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FAQs

What co*cktails can I have on keto? ›

Keto-friendly alcoholic drinks
Type of drinkServing size (in ounces and milliliters)Carb content (in grams)
tequila1.5 oz (44 mL)0 g
whiskey1.5 oz (44 mL)0 g
flavored martini or cosmopolitan3.3 oz (100 mL)6.66 g
bloody Mary5 oz (150 mL)5.70 g
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What can you use to thicken sauces on keto? ›

Top 5 keto thickener substitutes
  • Xanthan gum. Used for baking or thickening soups or sauces, xanthan gum has zero net carbs. ...
  • Guar gum. A plant fiber from the seed of the guar plant, guar gum has zero net carbs. ...
  • Glucomannan (konjac): ...
  • Agar agar. ...
  • Gelatin.

Is there a lot of carbs in co*cktail sauce? ›

co*cktail Sauce (1 cup) contains 57g total carbs, 54.5g net carbs, 1g fat, 4.1g protein, and 221 calories.

What sauce can I eat on keto? ›

Keto practitioners incorporate a variety of different condiments into their diets, including hot sauce, low-carb BBQ sauce, sugar-free ketchup, mustard, ranch dressing, mayonnaise, guacamole, soy sauce, sour cream, and more.

What co*cktail has the least carbs? ›

What co*cktails Are Low-Carb? Ultra-dry, simple co*cktails have a better chance of being low-carb, such as a simple vodka-soda, gin rickeys, dry martini, and gin and tonic (with diet tonic, of course).

What alcohol has no sugar or carbs? ›

Spirits Pure spirits like gin, whisky, vodka, and tequila are suitable drink choices for people following a keto diet. These drinks are low-calorie and contain zero added sugar and zero carbs. You can drink them plain or mix them with low-carb mixtures like soda water, diet soda, or sugar-free tonic water.

What is the healthiest sauce thickener? ›

Easy-to-access alternatives are wheat flour, arrowroot flour, and rice flour. These are good alternatives to cornstarch because they are more nutritious and contain fewer carbohydrates and calories. Xanthan and guar gum are much stronger thickeners than cornstarch, but they can be harder to obtain and use.

What is a natural thickening agent for sauce? ›

Ways To Thicken Sauce
  • Tomato Paste. If your soup or stew is watery, adding tomato paste may help! ...
  • Arrowroot. You might prefer to avoid gluten in your recipes. ...
  • Flour. ...
  • Reduce Your Liquid. ...
  • Puréed Vegetables. ...
  • Egg Yolk. ...
  • Yogurt. ...
  • Rice.
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How to make sauce thicker without flour or cornstarch? ›

Egg yolks, arrowroot, tomato paste or butter can thicken sauce in place of flour or cornstarch.

How unhealthy is co*cktail sauce? ›

co*cktail Sauce is healthy, but it also has several nutritional values and health benefits. This tomato-based condiment is fat-free and adds advantages to the other ingredients like garlic, lemon, horseradish, etc. However, the sauce has high amounts of sugar and salt in it.

What sauce does not have carbs? ›

For instance, condiments like vinegar, mustard, hot sauce, garlic, chicken broth, and mayonnaise made with olive oil have virtually no carbs.

Is horseradish keto friendly? ›

Yes, horseradish is keto approved. Prepared horseradish and horseradish sauce are both very low in carbs. Watch out of additional sugars added to horseradish sauce.

What sauces to avoid on keto diet? ›

Ketchup, tomato sauce, and tomato paste are not very keto friendly. Tomatoes are one of the higher carb veggies and there are usually some added sugars in there. That being said, there are some great options out there for lower sugar versions but they still have some carbs.

How many eggs a day on a keto diet? ›

It's totally fine and safe to eat up to 6 eggs a day while on the keto diet. You can consume even more eggs per day occasionally, as long as you make sure that you eat your greens, healthy fats and proteins from other sources.

Can I have a pickle on keto? ›

Pickles can be keto-friendly as long as they don't contain added sugar. In general, you should select dill or sour pickles but avoid sweet, candied, and bread and butter ones.

Which alcoholic drink is keto friendly? ›

Here are some of the best alcoholic drinks for the keto diet:
  • Vodka Soda. ...
  • Tequila and Soda. ...
  • Gin and Tonic (with sugar-free tonic water) ...
  • Rum and Diet co*ke (or other sugar-free mixers) ...
  • Dry Wine (e.g., Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay) ...
  • Beer. ...
  • Sweetened co*cktails (e.g., Margaritas, Piña Coladas) ...
  • Liqueurs and Cordials.
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Is there any alcohol you can drink and stay in ketosis? ›

Hard liquor or “keto alcohol”: pure spirits such as vodka, tequila, rum, and whiskey are actually carb-free, making them your best bet on a keto diet. Be careful, though, not to mix your spirits with sugary mixers. A vodka soda has 0 net carbs whereas a rum & co*ke has 22!

Is a dirty martini keto friendly? ›

The classic gin martini is one of the best low-carb co*cktails because there's no sugar in gin or vermouth and the total carb count is negligible. Many of the martini's variations are equally keto-friendly. Go for the dirty martini, perfect martini, or Gibson when you want to change things up.

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