Description
A simple and flavorful garlic butter sauce recipe that elevates any dish with its rich, aromatic flavors. Perfect for drizzling over pasta, seafood, or grilled meats.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the butter. Let it melt slowly, stirring occasionally.
- Once fully melted and combined, season with salt and black pepper. If using, stir in the parsley and lemon juice.
- Remove from heat and serve warm.
Notes
- This sauce pairs well with pasta, seafood, grilled meats, or as a dipping sauce for bread.
- For a creamier version, stir in 2 tablespoons of heavy cream at the end.
- Use immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and reheat gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
