Description
A flavor-packed seafood boil sauce that elevates any seafood gathering with its rich and aromatic profile.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Butter (or ghee for dairy-free)
- 6 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 3 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Paprika (smoked for deeper taste)
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1/4 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce (optional)
- Hot sauce to taste
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
- Add the minced garlic once the butter is melted and cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper until mixed well.
- Simmer the mixture for about 10 minutes to deepen flavors.
- Incorporate Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce as per taste preferences and adjust seasonings.
- Remove from heat and mix in the fresh parsley.
- Let the sauce cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Store leftover sauce in an airtight container for up to a week in the refrigerator or freeze for up to three months. Reheat over low heat when ready to use.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg