Description
This Cajun Sauce recipe is a flavorful and versatile condiment that adds a spicy kick to a variety of dishes. With a perfect balance of tangy, smoky, and savory flavors, this homemade sauce is easy to make and can elevate your favorite foods.
Ingredients
Scale
Base:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to heat preference)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Mix Base Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Add Seasonings: Incorporate smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.
- Adjust and Chill: Taste and adjust seasoning. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.
Notes
- This sauce is perfect for dipping fries, shrimp, chicken, veggies, or as a spread for burgers and sandwiches.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in an airtight container.
- For a lighter option, substitute half the mayo with Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
