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Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce

Delicious Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce for Everyday Dishes

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This Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce is quick and easy, combining rich butter, garlic, and Cajun seasoning for a flavorful boost in any dish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Uncategorized
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted European-style butter Use for richer flavor.
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic Minced.
  • 0.5 tablespoons lemon juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1-2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning Homemade or store-bought.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley Finely chopped.
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • Optional garlic powder Use if desired.
  • to taste teaspoon kosher salt
  • to taste teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • optional teaspoon cayenne pepper Add more for extra heat.
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil

Equipment

  • small saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt the 1 tablespoon of unsalted European-style butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
  2. Add 2-3 cloves of minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant and golden.
  3. Pour in the juice of half a lemon and let the mixture simmer for 1 minute.
  4. Add the remaining butter, 1-2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning, and 1 tablespoon of finely chopped parsley; whisk until combined.
  5. Continue to cook over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with kosher salt or extra Cajun seasoning if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 1gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 20mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mg

Notes

Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Reheat gently over low heat to maintain texture.

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