My brother's seafood butter sauce

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (cut into cubes for even melting)
• 3 cloves Garlic (smashed with the heel of the hand, then minced)
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon Chili Powder (adds mild heat)
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise (regular or light)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon Cajun Seasoning (store‑bought or homemade blend)

Instructions

1. Prepare Garlic

   Place the garlic cloves on a cutting board and smash them with the heel of your hand until the skins crack, then mince the softened garlic.

   Time: PT2M

2. Melt Butter

   Add the butter cubes to the small saucepan over low‑medium heat. Stir gently until fully melted, being careful not to let it brown.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: Low‑medium heat

3. Combine Aromatics and Spices

   Stir the minced garlic, black pepper, salt, chili powder, and Cajun seasoning into the melted butter. Cook for 30 seconds to release the flavors.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: Low‑medium heat

4. Add Mayo and Lemon Juice

   Remove the pan from heat. Whisk in the mayonnaise until smooth, then stir in the lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

   Time: PT2M

5. Serve

   Transfer the sauce to a small serving bowl. Serve warm alongside cooked shrimp, crab legs, or any seafood of choice.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

120

Protein

0.5 g

Carbohydrates

1 g

Fat

13 g

Fiber

0 g