Doc Ford’s Yucatan Sauce Recipe

Hey, Welcome to the Doc Ford’s Yucatan Sauce Recipe. Doc Ford’s Yucatan Sauce is a zesty, citrus-spiked buttery sauce served at the famous Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille in Florida.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 People

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American, Caribbean

Calories: 170

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

1 stick ½ cup butter
2 garlic cloves minced
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon hot sauce
3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
¼ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons water
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat

Equipment

Saucepan
Stirring spoon
Measuring spoons
Knife and cutting board
Small bowl

Method

Step 1: Melt the butter

Heat a saucepan over medium heat and melt the butter completely until it becomes smooth and foamy.

Step 2: Add garlic and spices

Add minced garlic, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. Stir for a minute until fragrant, but do not burn the garlic.

Step 3: Add sauces and lime

Pour in sweet chili sauce, hot sauce, and lime juice. Stir well to blend everything into a glossy sauce.

Step 4: Adjust consistency

Add water to thin the sauce slightly and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes for flavors to blend.

Step 5: Finish with cilantro

Turn off the heat and stir in fresh chopped cilantro. Serve warm over shrimp or seafood.

Notes

Serve this sauce poured over hot shrimp just like Doc Ford’s, or enjoy it as a dipping sauce with fried calamari, crab cakes, or fish tacos.