Seafood Boil Sauce
This rich and flavorful Seafood Boil Sauce is loaded with garlic, butter, Cajun spices, and a touch of sweetness. It’s the perfect dipping sauce or topping for your favorite seafood boils!
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Wooden Spoon
- Measuring Cups
- Knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups salted butter melted
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 8 cloves garlic diced
- 1/4 cup Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1.5 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup chicken stock or broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
- Add diced garlic and cook for another 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning, Old Bay, onion powder, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Add chicken stock, stir well, and bring the sauce to a simmer. Simmer for 6–8 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice and parsley. Serve warm over seafood or as a dipping sauce.
Notes
Adjust the spice level by adding more red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce. For a thinner sauce, add extra chicken stock. Use unsalted butter if you prefer to control the saltiness more closely.