Garlic Butter
Garlic Butter is a luscious, aromatic blend that transforms any dish into a gourmet experience. Its rich, creamy texture and bold garlic flavor make it the perfect addition to warm bread, grilled seafood, or pasta. This easy-to-make condiment not only elevates your meals but also impresses guests at gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can savor the comforting essence of homemade Garlic Butter in no time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: About 16 servings (1 tablespoon each) 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and finely mince the garlic.
- In a medium bowl, soften the unsalted butter at room temperature until creamy but not melted.
- Mix minced garlic, chopped parsley, and lemon juice into the softened butter using a spatula until smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or extra lemon juice if desired.
- Transfer the mixture onto parchment paper, roll into a log shape, twist the ends tightly, and refrigerate for about an hour until firm.
- Slice rounds of chilled Garlic Butter and serve on warm bread or drizzle over vegetables or seafood.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (14g)
- Calories: 102
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg