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Spicy Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce

Sally Thompson
If you’re looking for a bold, flavor-packed addition to your meals, this Spicy Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce is exactly what you need. It’s rich, buttery, and infused with smoky Cajun spices and fresh garlic, making it perfect for a quick dinner, easy seafood dish, or even a flavorful dipping sauce. Whether you’re exploring dinner ideas or need an easy recipe, this sauce delivers big flavor fast.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Sauce
Cuisine Cajun
Servings 4 servings
Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chicken broth optional
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce optional

Instructions
 

  • 1. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat until smooth
  • 2. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant
  • 3. Stir in Cajun seasoning, paprika, cayenne, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper
  • 4. Cook spices for 1–2 minutes to bloom flavors
  • 5. Add lemon juice and chicken broth, stir well
  • 6. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired
  • 7. Remove from heat and mix in parsley
  • 8. Add hot sauce if extra heat is desired
  • 9. Serve immediately while warm

Notes

Use fresh garlic for the most vibrant flavor
Cook on low heat to prevent burning
Adjust spice levels gradually to taste

Nutrition

Serving: 1/4 cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 1gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 320mg
Keyword dinner ideas, easy recipe, garlic butter sauce, quick dinner, sauce recipe
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