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Spicy Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce

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Yield: About 1 cup (serves 4–6)

Spicy Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce

This Spicy Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce is rich, bold, and packed with irresistible flavor. Melted butter is infused with garlic and Cajun spices, creating a smooth, spicy sauce that delivers both heat and deep savory richness.

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1½ teaspoons Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼–½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar (optional, balances heat)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Melt the Butter
    In a saucepan over medium-low heat, melt butter gently.
  2. Sauté the Garlic
    Add minced garlic and cook 30–45 seconds until fragrant (do not brown).
  3. Build the Flavor
    Stir in Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, and hot sauce. Simmer gently for 2–3 minutes.
  4. Balance the Sauce
    Add lemon juice and brown sugar (if using). Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  5. Finish and Serve
    Remove from heat and stir in parsley. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use unsalted butter to control salt, especially since Cajun seasoning can be salty.
  • For extra richness, add a splash of heavy cream at the end.
  • Perfect for shrimp boils, lobster, chicken, steak, pasta, or corn.
  • Spice level is easy to adjust—start mild and build.

This Spicy Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce is rich, bold, and packed with irresistible flavor. Melted butter is infused with garlic and Cajun spices, creating a smooth, spicy sauce that delivers both heat and deep savory richness.

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Perfect for drizzling over seafood, chicken, pasta, or vegetables, this sauce instantly elevates any dish. It’s quick to make, incredibly versatile, and adds a fiery, buttery kick to every bite.

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