This Cajun Ponchartrain Sauce is a delicious addition to any seafood dish. With a perfect balance of heat and flavor, this sauce will elevate your meal to the next level. Impress your guests with this easy-to-make and flavorful recipe.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
Directions
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Stir in flour and cook until lightly browned, about 2 minutes.
- Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in parsley.
- Serve the Cajun Ponchartrain Sauce over your favorite seafood dish.
Interesting Facts
The name Ponchartrain comes from Lake Pontchartrain in Louisiana, known for its rich seafood.