Description
This rich and flavorful Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce combines creamy melted butter with aromatic garlic and a blend of classic Cajun spices, creating a deliciously spicy and savory condiment that’s perfect for enhancing seafood, meats, and vegetables.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Melt the Butter: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until fully liquefied.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant but not browned, ensuring the garlic infuses the butter with flavor.
- Add Spices: Stir in the Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, and cayenne pepper if using. Cook for 1 minute to let the spices bloom and release their aromas.
- Incorporate Lemon Juice and Season: Add the lemon juice and season with salt and black pepper to taste, stirring well to combine all flavors.
- Simmer: Let the sauce simmer gently for another 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally to meld the flavors and thicken slightly.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in chopped parsley if desired. Serve the sauce warm alongside seafood boils, grilled shrimp, crab legs, steak, chicken, or roasted vegetables.
Notes
- This sauce pairs beautifully with seafood boils, grilled shrimp, crab legs, steak, chicken, and roasted vegetables.
- For a smoother sauce texture, strain the sauce before serving to remove bits of garlic and herbs.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Reheat gently to avoid breaking the sauce.
- Adjust cayenne pepper quantity or omit to control the heat level.
