Garlic Butter Sauce
Indulge in the rich, golden goodness of garlic butter sauce that transforms any meal into a culinary delight. This simple yet luxurious sauce combines fresh garlic, creamy unsalted butter, and vibrant herbs to create a flavor explosion that enchants pasta, seafood, and vegetables alike. Perfect for impressing guests or elevating a weeknight dinner, this versatile sauce is an essential addition to your kitchen repertoire.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 4–6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients and tools.
- Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until it foams gently.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Stir in the chopped parsley and cook for another minute.
- Serve immediately over pasta, seafood, or grilled dishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 60mg