Description
This Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce is a quick, flavorful, and versatile sauce that brings a zesty Cajun kick to seafood, chicken, and vegetables. Made with butter, garlic, Cajun seasoning, and a hint of lemon juice, it’s the perfect complement to your favorite dishes. Whether drizzled over shrimp, tossed with pasta, or used as a dipping sauce, this creamy sauce is sure to impress in just 10 minutes!
Ingredients
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for heat)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
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In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
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Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and golden brown.
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Stir in Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, onion powder, and cayenne pepper, cooking for another 1-2 minutes to bloom the spices.
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Add lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce (if using), and stir to combine.
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Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.
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Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently over low heat, adding water or broth to restore texture if needed.
Adjust spice level by reducing or omitting cayenne pepper and hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sauce, Condiment, Dipping Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 130 kcal
