Description
This Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce is a flavorful addition to any dish.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter slowly, stirring occasionally.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, without browning it.
- Stir in the Cajun seasoning, paprika, and optional red pepper flakes until fully combined.
- Remove from heat and add chopped fresh parsley and lemon juice. Stir well.
- Let the sauce rest for 1 minute before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- This sauce is great over pasta, grilled chicken, or seafood.
- Adjust the level of crushed red pepper flakes based on your heat preference.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauces
- Method: sauce
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 14
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 0
- Cholesterol: 60