Sometimes the simplest sauces make the biggest difference, and this Shrimp Sauce is one of those recipes you’ll keep coming back to. It’s creamy, tangy, and just the right amount of spicy to serve with fried shrimp, grilled shrimp, or even as a dip for fries and veggies.

Platter of fried shrimp with one dipping into sauce cup.

I’ve always said dipping sauces could be their own food group for our family and this shrimp sauce is a new favorite. It’s a cross between the Yum-Yum sauce from hibachi restaurants and the classic cocktail sauce.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Quick and easy – ready in about 5 minutes with pantry staples.
Versatile – perfect with fried shrimp or grilled shrimp, but also great with chicken strips or french fries.
Make ahead friendly – flavors get even better after chilling.

Ingredients for Shrimp Sauce Recipe

Mayonnaise
Ketchup
Butter
Rice vinegar
Maple syrup
Hot sauce Louisiana or Tabasco
Worcestershire sauce
Horseradish
Granulated garlic
Onion powder
Smoked paprika
Kosher salt

How to Make Shrimp Sauce

Bowl of ingredients for shrimp dipping sauce.

Combine ingredients
In a mixing bowl, add mayonnaise, ketchup, rice vinegar, maple syrup, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, horseradish, granulated garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, and kosher salt.
Whisk until smooth
Use a whisk or spoon to stir until everything is fully incorporated and creamy.
Taste and adjust
Add more hot sauce if you’d like it spicier, or a little extra maple syrup for more sweetness.
Chill before serving
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors come together.

Recipe Notes

Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 5 days. Stir before serving.
Variations: Swap in honey for the maple syrup, or add a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra heat.
Serving ideas: Use it as a dipping sauce for shrimp cocktail, drizzle it over seafood tacos, or spread it on a shrimp po’ boy sandwich. It’s also fantastic with crab cakes and tater tots.

Platter of shrimp with cup of shrimp sauce.

This Shrimp Sauce is a quick win for seafood night and adds that extra layer of flavor that makes dinner feel like it came from your favorite restaurant.

If you give this shrimp dipping sauce recipe a try, let me know how you serve it up in the comments below. Don’t forget to rate the recipe after you try it!

Fried shrimp platter with bowl of creamy shrimp sauce.

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Shrimp Sauce

Creamy, tangy Shrimp Sauce is the perfect dip for fried or grilled shrimp. It’s also delicious with chicken tenders, French fries, or onion rings. Quick and easy to make with simple pantry ingredients.

Prep Time5

Course: Condiments

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Chick-Fil-A dipping sauce, yum yum sauce

Servings:

Calories: 155kcal

Author: Milisa

Ingredients

1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons butter melted
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon horseradish sauce
2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
3 dashes hot sauce
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, add mayonnaise, ketchup, melted butter, rice vinegar, maple syrup, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, horseradish, granulated garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, and kosher salt.
Whisk together until smooth and creamy.
Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until ready to serve.