Best 2 South Texas Style Tartar Sauce Recipes

Are you yearning for a flavorful and tangy condiment to elevate your seafood dishes? Look no further than the vibrant and delectable South Texas-style tartar sauce! This culinary masterpiece originates from the coastal regions of South Texas, where fresh seafood is abundant and culinary traditions are rich. With its unique blend of zesty ingredients and a touch of regional flair, South Texas-style tartar sauce is sure to tantalize your taste buds and add an extra layer of deliciousness to your favorite seafood meals. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the secrets behind this beloved condiment and provide you with the ultimate recipe for creating the perfect South Texas-style tartar sauce.

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SOUTH TEXAS TARTAR SAUCE

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This delicious tartar sauce, vegetable dip is similar to that served at the famous King's Inn restaurant on Baffin Bay in South Texas.

Provided by REDIRG

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Tartar Sauce

Time 1h

Yield 25

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 medium onion, chopped
¼ cup pimento-stuffed green olives
1 clove garlic
2 tablespoons pickled jalapeno slices
1 cup sweet green pickle relish
1 cup mayonnaise
25 buttery round crackers, crushed
5 saltine crackers, crushed
1 pinch curry powder

Steps:

Place the onion, olives, garlic and jalapenos into the container of a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped. In a bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, relish, buttery round crackers and saltine crackers. Mix in the contents of the food processor and season with curry powder. Chill overnight before serving with seafood or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 3.3 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 230.4 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

KING'S INN TARTAR SAUCE - COPYCAT

King's Inn Tartar Sauce - Copycat image

This is a cloned recipe similar to the tartar sauce served at the famous King's Inn restaurant on Baffin Bay in South Texas. Delicious with seafood or as a vegetable dip! A local chef shared it with me.

Provided by texmexgal

Categories Sauces

Time 9h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 pint mayonnaise (ie Hellmann's)
1 medium onion
1/4 cup pimento-stuffed green olives
1 garlic clove
1 cup sweet pickle relish (ie Del Monte, or less to taste)
3 -5 jalapeno peppers
2 ounces pimientos
25 Ritz crackers
5 saltine crackers
1/16 teaspoon curry powder

Steps:

Drain sweet pickle relish and pimentos.
Put saltines and Ritz crackers in a plastic bag and crush until fine with a rolling pin.
Put onions, garlic, olives, and jalapenos in food processor and chop until fine.
Add pickle relish and pimentos and chop.
Stir vegetables into mayonnaise.
Gently fold in crushed crackers.
Chill overnight to allow flavors to blend.
Serve with seafood or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.8, Fat 14.9, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 510.2, Carbohydrate 23.1, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 7, Protein 1.2

Tips:

Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. Fresh herbs, vegetables, and fish will give your tartar sauce the best flavor.
Don't over-chop the ingredients. Small pieces will give the sauce a better texture.
Taste the sauce as you go and adjust the seasonings to your liking. You may want to add more lemon juice, salt, or pepper.
Serve the sauce immediately or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

South Texas-style tartar sauce is a versatile condiment that can be used with a variety of dishes. It's perfect for fish and chips, fried shrimp, or even as a dip for vegetables. With its tangy, creamy, and slightly spicy flavor, this sauce is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make sauce, give South Texas-style tartar sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!