Red Lobster Copycat Pina Colada Sauce Recipe

Introduction

This Red Lobster copycat Pina Colada sauce is a creamy, tropical delight that perfectly balances tangy sour cream with sweet pineapple and coconut flavors. It’s an easy sauce to make and adds a refreshing twist to seafood dishes or as a unique dip.

Ingredients

• 1½ cups sour cream
• ¾ cups piña colada non-alcoholic drink mix
• ½ cups crushed pineapple, drained
• ½ cups shredded coconut (unsweetened)
• 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice (juice of one medium lemon)
• 3 tablespoons powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Step 1: Combine the sour cream and piña colada drink mix in a mixing bowl, and gently whisk together. Avoid using an electric mixer and do not overmix by hand to prevent the sour cream from breaking down and making the sauce too thin.
2. Step 2: Drain the crushed pineapple thoroughly, then fold it along with the shredded coconut into the sour cream mixture.
3. Step 3: Gently stir in the lemon juice and powdered sugar until evenly combined.
4. Step 4: Cover the sauce and refrigerate until ready to use. This allows the flavors to meld perfectly.

Tips & Variations

• Use unsweetened shredded coconut to control sweetness, or substitute with sweetened coconut if you prefer a sweeter sauce.
• For a lighter version, you can substitute half the sour cream with Greek yogurt.
• If piña colada drink mix isn’t available, try blending pineapple juice with coconut milk and a touch of vanilla extract as a homemade alternative.
• Adjust the powdered sugar and lemon juice to taste depending on your preferred balance of sweetness and tang.

Storage

Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Before serving, stir well to recombine any separation. This sauce is best enjoyed chilled and should not be frozen as it may alter the texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh pineapple instead of crushed canned pineapple?

Yes, fresh pineapple can be used but make sure to finely chop it and drain any excess juice to avoid thinning the sauce.

Is this sauce suitable for dipping shrimp or other seafood?

Absolutely. This sauce pairs wonderfully with shrimp, crab cakes, or grilled fish, adding a tropical, creamy flavor that complements seafood beautifully.

Red Lobster Copycat Pina Colada Sauce Recipe

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This Red Lobster copycat Pina Colada sauce is a creamy, tropical condiment perfect for serving with seafood. Made with sour cream, piña colada drink mix, crushed pineapple, shredded coconut, lemon juice, and powdered sugar, this sauce balances tangy, sweet, and tropical flavors for a refreshing accompaniment.

• Author: Luna
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 10 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 2 cups 1x
• Category: Sauce
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

• 1½ cups sour cream
• ¾ cups piña colada non-alcoholic drink mix

Fruity Mix-ins

• ½ cups crushed pineapple, drained
• ½ cups shredded coconut (unsweetened)

Other Ingredients

• 2–3 tablespoons lemon juice (juice of one medium lemon)
• 3 tablespoons powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Mix sour cream and drink mix: In a mixing bowl, gently whisk together the sour cream and piña colada drink mix by hand, ensuring not to over mix or use an electric mixer, as this will cause the sour cream to break down and thin the sauce excessively.
2. Add pineapple and coconut: Drain the crushed pineapple thoroughly, then fold it along with the shredded coconut into the sour cream mixture to incorporate the tropical flavors evenly.
3. Incorporate lemon juice and powdered sugar: Gently stir in the lemon juice and powdered sugar to balance the tanginess and sweetness of the sauce.
4. Chill and store: Cover the sauce and refrigerate it until needed. This allows the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly before serving.

Notes

• Do not overmix the sour cream mixture to avoid thinning the sauce.
• Drain the crushed pineapple well to prevent excess liquid in the sauce.
• This sauce pairs beautifully with fried or grilled seafood dishes.
• Keep refrigerated and consume within 3-4 days for best freshness.

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