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Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Diane
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

This Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce is a flavorful and aromatic blend perfect for enhancing seafood, chicken, or vegetables. Combining melted butter with fresh garlic, lemon juice, and a robust homemade Cajun seasoning, this sauce brings a spicy, smoky, and herbaceous twist to your dishes. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s a quick and versatile addition to any meal.

Ingredients

Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce

  • 1 stick butter (divided)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced or grated)
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 Tablespoons Cajun seasoning (homemade or storebought)
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh parsley (minced)

Homemade Cajun Seasoning (Optional)

  • 3 Tablespoons smoked paprika
  • 1 Tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 Tablespoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil

Instructions

  1. Prepare Garlic: Mince or grate 4 cloves of garlic to release their maximum flavor and aroma, essential for the depth of the sauce.
  2. Melt Butter and Cook Garlic: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the minced garlic and cook gently for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned. This step infuses the butter with a rich garlic flavor.
  3. Add Remaining Ingredients: Add the rest of the butter stick, minced fresh parsley, lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning to the saucepan.
  4. Combine and Simmer: Whisk all ingredients together thoroughly and continue cooking over low heat for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
  5. Make Homemade Cajun Seasoning (Optional): In a separate bowl, mix smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, ground white pepper, ground mustard, dried oregano, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, and dried basil to create a seasoning that can be used for this recipe and stored for future uses.

Notes

  • Cook garlic gently on low heat to avoid burning and bitterness.
  • The homemade Cajun seasoning recipe makes extra that can be stored airtight for up to 3 months.
  • This sauce pairs wonderfully with seafood, grilled chicken, or roasted vegetables.
  • Adjust cayenne pepper quantity to control the heat level of the sauce.
  • Use fresh parsley for best flavor; dried can be substituted but use less as it is more concentrated.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Cajun

Find it online: https://eatwithdiane.com/cajun-garlic-butter-sauce-recipe/