Cajun Cream Sauce Recipe

Cajun Cream Sauce Recipe

from littlebroken.com
Main
25 min
189 kcal / serving

If you're craving something flavorful and spicy, this Cajun Cream Sauce is easy to make and has the best smooth and velvety texture. The bold cajun flavors will bring your dishes to life, whether you're cooking pasta, seafood, chicken, or veggies. 

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp.butter
  • 2garlic cloves, minced
  • ¼ cupdry white wine
  • 1 ½ tsp.cajun seasoning
  • ½ tsp.sweet paprika
  • ½ tsp.dried oregano
  • 1 cupheavy whipping cream
  • ¼ cupgrated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp.fresh minced parsley
  • 1 tbsp.fresh lemon juice, optional

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large non-stick skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

  2. 2

    Add wine and cook until reduced by half, about 2 minutes.

  3. 3

    Stir in Cajun seasoning, paprika, and oregano. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

  4. 4

    Add cream and bring to a simmer. Let it simmer for about 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Whisk in Parmesan cheese and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, add lemon juice.

  5. 5

    This recipe makes enough sauce for 8 ounces of dry pasta. Use your favorite pasta and toss it immediately after cooking. Add 1/4 cup of reserved pasta water to help the sauce bind better with the pasta.