Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce

Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce

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Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce

A bold, buttery Cajun garlic butter sauce perfect for shrimp, fish, pasta, and grilled meats—ready in 10 minutes.

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⏱ 20 mins 🍽 6 servings 🔋 220 kcal
10 mins
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time

🛒 Ingredients

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1
Combine smoked paprika, cayenne, onion powder, oregano, thyme, salt, black pepper, and sugar in a small bowl; set aside.
2
Heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 45–60 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to brown it.
3
Lower heat to low and add butter pieces to the pan. Stir as butter melts.
4
Once butter is mostly liquid, add the seasoning mix and stir for 30–45 seconds to bloom the spices.
5
Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning. If too thick, add 1–2 teaspoons of hot water to loosen.
6
Use immediately over seafood, pasta, vegetables, or grilled meats. Cool and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days; reheat gently.
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Pro Tips

Adjust cayenne for spice level. To make dairy-free, use vegan butter. Sauce can be frozen in portions for up to 3 months. Reheat slowly over low heat to prevent separation.

🥗 Nutrition (per serving)

Calories 220 kcal
Protein 0.5g
Total Fat 24g
Saturated Fat 15g
Carbs 0.6g
Fiber 0g
Sugar 0.1g
Sodium 420mg
Cholesterol 60mg

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