Premium Cajun butter offers a delightful blend of rich butter and zesty Cajun spices. Use it as a marinade for shrimp, chicken, or fish, brushed onto grilled corn on the cob, or drizzled over steamed vegetables for a spicy kick and irresistible flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutesminutes
Servings 1cup
Calories 1670.3kcal
Ingredients
1cupunsalted butterroom temperature
1tablespooncajun seasoning
1tablespoonfresh lemon juice
2teaspoonsminced garlic
1teaspoonworcestershire sauce
1teaspoonhot sauceadjust to taste
½teaspoonsmoked paprika
salt to taste
2tablespoonsfresh parsleyfinely chopped
Instructions
Start by placing the room-temperature unsalted butter into a medium bowl.
Add cajun seasoning, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt to the bowl.
Use an electric mixer or a fork to whip all the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
Stir in the freshly chopped parsley.
Taste, and if necessary, adjust the seasoning to suit your preference.
Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for later use or serve it immediately.
Notes
Using fresh herbs and spices, such as minced garlic and finely chopped parsley, in Cajun butter can significantly enhance its flavor.
Avoid overheating Cajun butter when reheating dishes; it can separate and should be melted gently to prevent separation.