Zydeco Sauce

Bring a burst of bold, Southern-inspired flavor to your table with this irresistible Zydeco Sauce! This rich and creamy sauce combines the savory essence of sautéed onions, celery, and red bell peppers with the smoky warmth of paprika and a touch of cayenne spice. Enhanced by layers of tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and a splash of white wine vinegar, this Cajun-style recipe is perfectly balanced with a luxurious finish of heavy cream and a hint of hot sauce. Ideal for drizzling over grilled seafood, roasted chicken, or sautéed vegetables, this versatile sauce takes just 40 minutes from start to finish and serves four. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s a quick and flavorful way to elevate any dish with a touch of Louisiana charm.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 stalk celery stalk, finely chopped
• 1 medium red bell pepper, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra spice)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 cup chicken or vegetable stock
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, heat the unsalted butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter is melted and bubbling.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion, celery, and red bell pepper to the pan. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the tomato paste, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), and dried thyme. Stir well to evenly coat the vegetables and cook for 2 minutes to deepen the flavor.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken or vegetable stock, Worcestershire sauce, and white wine vinegar. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Stir in the hot sauce, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Continue to cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.

Step 8

Remove the saucepan from heat and taste the sauce, adjusting seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Serve warm over your favorite protein, seafood, or vegetables. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for added freshness and color.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	807.5 grams (807.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1039

Total Fat 93.90g	120%
Saturated Fat 42.70g	214%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 182mg	61%
Sodium 2479mg	108%
Total Carbohydrate 37.40g	14%
Dietary Fiber 9.10g	33%
Total Sugars 18.50g
Protein 7.40g	15%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 132mg	10%
Iron 4mg	24%
Potassium 1245mg	26%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 82.5%

Protein: 2.9%

Carbs: 14.6%