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Delicious Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce drizzled over seafood and pasta dishes.

Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce

A bold, buttery sauce packed with flavor, perfect for drizzling over seafood, steak, or pasta.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Condiment, Sauce
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • ½ cup unsalted butter Use high-quality butter for richer flavor.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper Optional for extra heat.
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter until fully liquid but not browned.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, cayenne (if using), onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Let the flavors blend for about 30 seconds.
  4. Add the Worcestershire sauce and lemon juice, stirring to combine. Let simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Serve immediately over seafood, steak, pasta, or as a dipping sauce.

Notes

Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. Reheat gently before use. For a creamier sauce, add a splash of heavy cream during simmering.