Cajun Butter

Elevate your dishes with this irresistibly bold and flavorful Cajun Butter, a quick and versatile recipe that comes together in just 5 minutes! Made with creamy unsalted butter and infused with a vibrant blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, and earthy herbs like thyme and oregano, this compound butter packs a spicy, smoky punch. A splash of fresh lemon juice adds a tangy brightness, while chopped parsley provides a fresh, herbaceous finish. Perfect for enhancing grilled shrimp, seared steaks, roasted vegetables, or even warm crusty bread, this Cajun Butter is a game-changer for any meal. Plus, with minimal prep and no cooking required, it’s an effortless way to infuse your dishes with southern-inspired flair.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 113 grams unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, allow the unsalted butter to come to room temperature until soft and spreadable (about 10-15 minutes if refrigerated).

Step 2

Add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and kosher salt to the softened butter.

Step 3

Drizzle in the fresh lemon juice for a tangy kick and stir until the mixture is evenly combined.

Step 4

Fold in the chopped fresh parsley for an herbaceous finish.

Step 5

Transfer the Cajun Butter to a sheet of plastic wrap or parchment paper, shape it into a log, and twist the ends tightly to seal.

Step 6

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Step 7

Use the Cajun Butter to enhance the flavor of grilled shrimp, seared steak, roasted vegetables, or fresh corn on the cob.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(133.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	854.0

Total Fat 97.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 250.2mg	0%
Sodium 172.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 6.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g	0%
Total Sugars 0.6g
Protein 2.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 68.6mg	0%
Iron 1.8mg	0%
Potassium 210.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 96.1%

Protein: 1.0%

Carbs: 3.0%