Description
Transform your meals with this Spicy Garlic Butter Sauce that combines rich butter, aromatic garlic, and a kick of heat. In just under 15 minutes, you can create a sauce that elevates any dish—from seafood to pasta—into a culinary masterpiece. With its vibrant flavor and enticing aroma, this sauce is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust for spice preference)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter.
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until bubbly but not browned.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Off heat, stir in freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- If using parsley, sprinkle it in before serving warm over your dish of choice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize with different herbs or additional chili flakes to suit your taste preference. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week; reheat gently on low heat.