Garlic Butter Sauce
Elevate your dishes with this rich and versatile Garlic Butter Sauce, a recipe that blends the deep, savory flavor of sautéed garlic with the creamy goodness of melted butter. Accented with a bright splash of fresh lemon juice and a touch of black pepper, this indulgent sauce is finished with a sprinkle of chopped parsley for added freshness. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s perfect for drizzling over pasta, enhancing the flavor of seafood, or adding a gourmet touch to roasted vegetables. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, this garlic butter sauce will become a staple in your kitchen repertoire, delivering restaurant-quality flavor to your homemade meals.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 6 medium garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Step 2
Chop the fresh parsley finely and set aside.
Step 3
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium-low heat.
Step 4
Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and cook while stirring, for about 2-3 minutes, until the garlic becomes fragrant and slightly golden. Be cautious not to burn the garlic.
Step 5
Stir in the salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to the garlic butter mixture.
Step 6
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
Step 7
Allow the sauce to sit for a minute to let the flavors meld together before serving.
Step 8
Serve the garlic butter sauce warm over your choice of pasta, seafood, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 165.2 grams (165.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 864 |
| Total Fat 96.10g | 123% |
| Saturated Fat 56.00g | 280% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 248mg | 83% |
| Sodium 1206mg | 52% |
| Total Carbohydrate 10.90g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.30g | 5% |
| Total Sugars 0.50g | |
| Protein 2.90g | 6% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 83mg | 6% |
| Iron 1mg | 6% |
| Potassium 218mg | 5% |
Source of Calories