An ultra-simple crab and seafood sauce, made with butter, cream, lime, and a few spices. Ready in minutes in the microwave, it pairs wonderfully with crab, lobster, shrimp, and even surimi or imitation crab bites.
"I improvised this little sauce one weeknight for my son. He wanted a sauce to go with his imitation crab pieces, so I made do with what I had on hand: a little butter, cream, lime, and a few spices. It was absolutely delicious! He loved it so much that he asked for it again the following evenings."
— Marilyn
A creamy crab sauce ready in minutes
No need to get out a saucepan or prepare a long list of ingredients. This sauce is made directly in a small bowl in the microwave.
The butter and cream give it a rich and indulgent taste, while the lime adds just enough acidity to balance everything out. Paprika, herbes de Provence, and a touch of heat complete the sauce.
And let's be clear: this isn't a health recipe. This is pure bliss!
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| 🔍 Information | Details |
| ⏱️ Prep time | 2 minutes |
| 🍳 Cook time | About 1 minute |
| ⏲️ Total time | About 3 minutes |
| 🔧 Difficulty level | Very easy |
| 🍽️ Servings | 1 |
| 🔥 Calories (approximate) | Approx. 180 kcal per serving |
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| Nutritional Information per Serving | |
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| Nutrient | Approximate Amount |
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 2 g |
| Sugars | 1 g |
| Fiber | Less than 1 g |
| Fats | 19 g |
| Saturated fatty acids | 12 g |
| Sodium | Varies depending on the butter, Herbes de Provence, and hot sauce used |
| Health note |
5/10 Strengths: Served in small quantities, this sauce adds a lot of flavor, and the lime adds freshness without added sugar. To watch out for: High in fat and saturated fat due to butter and cream. Sodium content varies depending on chosen ingredients. |
Herbes de Provence with garlic flower or classic Herbes de Provence?
We particularly love this sauce with our Herbes de Provence with garlic flower, but you can absolutely use the Herbes de Provence you already have at home.
You just need to check if your mix already contains salt.
Some store-bought Herbes de Provence are unsalted, while other mixes are. Our Herbes de Provence with garlic flower also contain salt. The type of butter used — unsalted, semi-salted, or salted — will also change the final seasoning.
The simplest way: taste the sauce once finished and add salt only if necessary.
Can lime be replaced with lemon?
Yes. Fresh lemon can replace lime in the same proportions.
However, we have a slight preference for lime in this recipe. Its acidity brings a fresh and slightly tangy side that contrasts really well with the richness of butter and cream.
Start with about 1 tsp, then adjust to your taste.
What to serve this sauce with?
The original recipe was improvised to accompany surimi, also called imitation crab, but it can accompany a host of seafood:
- crab
- lobster
- shrimp
- scallops
- langoustines
- fish
It can also be served with roasted potatoes or even with bread so as not to lose a drop of sauce.
For four people
This recipe is intentionally designed for one person and allows for quick preparation of a small bowl of sauce.
For four people, simply quadruple all the ingredients. You will then get approximately:
- 4 tbsp butter
- 6 tbsp 15% cream
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Herbes de Provence
- ½ to 1 tsp cayenne, to taste
- 4 tsp lime juice
- Hot sauce and salt, to taste
Enjoy your meal!
Merci je vais la faire ce midi .
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