Description
This Flavorful Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce is rich, spicy, and irresistibly garlicky. Perfect for seafood, meats, pasta, or bread, it blends butter with Cajun spices, lemon, and fresh herbs for a sauce that adds bold Southern flair to any dish.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter
4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon paprika (smoked or sweet)
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Add the butter to a small saucepan and melt it over low heat.
2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid browning.
3. Mix in the Cajun seasoning, paprika, red pepper flakes, and salt. Stir thoroughly.
4. Add lemon juice and whisk the sauce to blend everything together smoothly.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor.
6. Serve immediately or store in a sealed jar. Reheat gently before use.
Notes
For a milder version, skip the red pepper flakes.
Always use low heat to avoid burning the garlic or butter.
Add a tablespoon of cream for a richer, creamier texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0.2g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0.5g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Protein: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Cajun butter sauce, seafood dip, garlic butter