Description
This rich and flavorful Boil Sauce recipe combines buttery goodness with bold Cajun spices, garlic, and fresh herbs, creating the perfect complement for seafood boils or as a delicious dipping sauce.
Ingredients
Boil Sauce Ingredients
- 2 cups Salted Butter
- 1 Onion, diced
- 8 cloves Garlic, diced
- 1/4 cup Cajun Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Old Bay
- 1 tablespoon Onion Powder
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Brown Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Red Pepper Flakes
- 1 cup Chicken Stock
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Melt Butter and Cook Onions: Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat until fully melted. Add diced onions and cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add Garlic: Stir in diced garlic and continue cooking in the butter for 3 minutes to release its aroma.
- Add Seasonings: Mix in the Cajun seasoning, Old Bay, onion powder, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes. Stir well and cook the mixture for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Add Chicken Stock and Boil: Pour in the chicken stock, stir the sauce, and bring it to a boil. Then reduce heat and let it simmer gently for 6-8 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Finish with Lemon and Parsley: Remove from heat, squeeze in fresh lemon juice, and stir in chopped parsley. Serve immediately poured over cooked seafood or as a dipping sauce.
Notes
- For a spicier sauce, increase the amount of red pepper flakes to taste.
- If you prefer a dairy-free version, substitute salted butter with a vegan butter alternative.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best vibrant flavor.
- Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stove.
- Perfect for shrimp, crab, crawfish, or other seafood boils.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun