Can I use milk instead of heavy cream?

While using milk instead of heavy cream will result in a lighter sauce, it will be less rich and creamy. If you use milk, adjust the recipe accordingly and cook the sauce a little longer to help it thicken. Add flour to thicken.

Can I make cajun cream sauce dairy free?

To make cajun cream sauce vegan, you can substitute the heavy cream with a plant-based alternative, such as full-fat coconut milk. Also, skip the Parmesan cheese. If you want the same nutty flavor the cheese adds, try using nutritional yeast.

How can I make the cajun cream sauce less spicy?

Adjust the amount of cajun seasoning you use. Start with a smaller amount and gradually add more to taste. You can also add more heavy cream to help mellow out the spiciness.

Cajun Cream Sauce (Quick and Easy!)

Description

If you’re craving something flavorful and spicy, this Cajun Cream Sauce is easy to make and has the best smooth and velvety texture. The bold cajun flavors will bring your dishes to life, whether you’re cooking pasta, seafood, chicken, or veggies.

Ingredients

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2 Tbsp. butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 1/2 tsp. Cajun seasoning
1/2 tsp. sweet paprika
1/2 tsp. dried oregano
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1–2 Tbsp. fresh minced parsley
1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice, optional

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Instructions

In a large non-stick skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Add wine and cook until reduced by half, about 2 minutes.
Stir in Cajun seasoning, paprika, and oregano. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Add cream and bring to a simmer. Let it simmer for about 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Whisk in Parmesan cheese and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, add lemon juice.
This recipe makes enough sauce for 8 ounces of dry pasta. Use your favorite pasta and toss it immediately after cooking. Add 1/4 cup of reserved pasta water to help the sauce bind better with the pasta.

Notes

White wine: Wine gives the sauce a fruity/sweet flavor. You can use chicken broth instead but the sauce will taste slightly different.
Cajun seasoning: This sauce has a bite to it but it’s not overly spicy. Add more seasoning if you like it spicier as every brand of Cajun seasoning will taste slightly different. If possible, use no salt or a low-salt variety so you can control the amount of salt.
Heavy cream: Heavy cream and heavy whipping cream are essentially the same thing—they both have over 36% milk fat. Do not use half and half or milk as the sauce won’t thicken properly.
Leftovers: Store leftover sauce in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 cup
Calories: 189
Sugar: 1 g
Sodium: 966.7 mg
Fat: 18 g
Carbohydrates: 2.1 g
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 52.8 mg