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Deep Red-Orange Seafood Boil Sauce

Deep Red-Orange Seafood Boil Sauce for Soul-Satisfying Dips

Discover a tantalizing Deep Red-Orange Seafood Boil Sauce that elevates any seafood dish with its rich flavor and stunning visual appeal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce Base
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Use high-quality for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Helps prevent butter from burning.
  • 2 cups Seafood Stock Use warm stock for emulsification.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 cup White Onions Finely chopped.
  • 4 cloves Fresh Garlic Minced for best results.
For the Spice Blend
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning A low-sodium blend preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon Sweet Paprika Enhances color.
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Chili Flakes For warmth.
  • 1 teaspoon Coarse Black Pepper Freshly ground for best flavor.
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1 whole Fresh Lemon Use thick-cut wedges.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, added before serving.

Equipment

  • Wide metallic saucepan

Method
 

Steps to Prepare
  1. Finely chop the white onions and mince the fresh garlic. Set aside.
  2. Measure the Cajun seasoning, sweet paprika, crushed red chili flakes, and coarse black pepper in a bowl.
  3. Heat olive oil and unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat until the butter melts.
  4. Add chopped onions and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
  5. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 60-90 seconds avoiding browning.
  6. Add the spice blend and stir for about 30 seconds.
  7. Add remaining unsalted butter and whisk to combine until smooth.
  8. Slowly pour in the warm seafood stock while whisking to emulsify the sauce.
  9. Turn off the heat and add lemon wedges and parsley, stirring to combine.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 120mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight jar.

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