It’s officially stone crab season and there’s no better way to enjoy this crustacean’s delectable claws than with dipping sauces that enhance the crab’s naturally sweet flavor. Chef Gerald Sombright from the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort shared these tangy and spicy sauce recipes with us, both guaranteed to up your stone crab game.
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Champagne Mustard Sauce Recipe
Serves 4
Ingredients
1 cup mustard seeds
1 1⁄2 cups champagne
2 tbsp. honey
salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Combine mustard seeds and champagne in a pot over medium heat and cook until champagne is reduced by half
Stir in honey and using a small blender, blend mixture until smooth. Allow some texture to remain
Season with salt and pepper to taste
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Spicy Cocktail Sauce Recipe
Serves 4
Ingredients
1 cup Heinz chili sauce
1⁄3 cup gochujang
2 dashes Worcestershire
1 lemon, juiced
1 tbsp. fresh horseradish
salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Mix all ingredients together and season with salt and pepper to taste
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