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Cajun Cream Sauce

Savory Cajun Cream Sauce to Elevate Your Weeknight Meals

This Cajun Cream Sauce is a game changer, effortlessly turning simple meals into flavorful masterpieces.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons butter can be replaced with vegan butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil any neutral oil can be substituted
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced fresher garlic is recommended for best taste
  • 1 small shallot, finely chopped or ¼ cup red onion
  • 1 cup heavy cream half-and-half can be used for a lighter sauce
  • ½ cup chicken broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated for a dairy-free version, use nutritional yeast
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning adjust quantity to taste
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika sweet paprika can be used for less heat
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • medium skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Cajun Cream Sauce
  1. Melt butter and olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat until the butter has melted and starts to bubble, about 1–2 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and finely chopped shallot to the skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the shallot is translucent and tender.
  3. Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow it to simmer for about 3–4 minutes.
  4. Add Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if desired) into the sauce, stirring well.
  5. Reduce heat to low and add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until melted.
  6. Taste the sauce, adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 6gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftover sauce in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on low heat. This sauce is excellent over grilled shrimp, chicken, or stirred into pasta.

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