Popeyes Cajun Sauce: Classic Copycat vs Keto Version
Popeyes Cajun Sauce is loved for its creamy, tangy, peppery flavor that hits somewhere between a comeback sauce and a Cajun aioli. While it tastes savory, hidden sugars in ketchup and Worcestershire quickly push it out of keto territory. Below are both the classic copycat version and a clean keto version that keeps the flavor without the carbs.
Classic Copycat Popeyes Cajun Sauce
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 3 tbsp regular ketchup
- 1 tbsp traditional Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp hot sauce (optional)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Whisk all ingredients together until smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Chill 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts (Estimated – Classic Copycat)
| Serving Size | 2 Tbsp |
| Calories | 140 |
| Total Fat | 14g |
| Saturated Fat | 2g |
| Cholesterol | 10mg |
| Sodium | 190mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 6–8g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g |
| Total Sugars | 5g |
| Protein | 0g |
Carbs: ~6–8g per serving (not keto)
Keto Popeyes Cajun Sauce (Cleaned Up)
Ingredients
- ½ cup full-fat mayonnaise
- 3 tbsp sugar-free keto ketchup
- 1 tbsp keto Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp sugar-free Cajun seasoning
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp hot sauce (optional)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Whisk all ingredients until fully combined.
- Adjust heat and seasoning as desired.
- Refrigerate 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts (Estimated – Keto Version)
| Serving Size | 2 Tbsp |
| Calories | 120 |
| Total Fat | 12g |
| Saturated Fat | 2g |
| Cholesterol | 10mg |
| Sodium | 180mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 1g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g |
| Total Sugars | 0g |
| Protein | 0g |
Net Carbs: ~0.5–1g per serving
Why This Sauce Is Naturally Keto Once Cleaned Up
The base of Popeyes Cajun Sauce is mayonnaise and spices — both naturally low-carb. The only issue is hidden sugar from ketchup and Worcestershire sauce. Once those are swapped for keto versions, the sauce becomes fully keto without sacrificing flavor.