Brown Butter Sauce
Discover the magic of brown butter sauce, a simple yet transformative addition to your culinary repertoire. This rich, nutty sauce elevates everything from pasta to veggies, creating an irresistible depth of flavor that will leave your taste buds dancing. With its golden hue and aromatic allure, this sauce is perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining guests.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (basil or thyme)
- 1 tsp salt (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (to taste)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat, stirring continuously until it begins to foam.
- Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the butter turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma—be careful not to let it burn.
- Add the minced garlic and fresh herbs, sautéing for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Season with salt and pepper while stirring to combine.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice before serving over your choice of dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 196
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 114mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 61mg