Garlic Butter Sauce
Garlic butter sauce is a rich, creamy delight that elevates any dish with its irresistible flavor. This versatile sauce can be drizzled over pasta, sautéed vegetables, or grilled seafood, transforming everyday meals into extraordinary culinary experiences. With just a handful of fresh ingredients, you can whip up this aromatic sauce in under 15 minutes. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or special occasions, garlic butter sauce will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Saucing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 4–5 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients: unsalted butter, garlic, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter until frothy but not browned.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately over your favorite dishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 173mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 61mg