Description
A rich and flavorful Spicy Garlic Butter Sauce that elevates any dish with its bold heat and creamy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp spicy chili garlic sauce
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Start by melting the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Toss in the minced garlic and stir for 1-2 minutes until it becomes fragrant (but not browned).
- Add the spicy chili garlic sauce, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper for heat.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Turn the heat to low and gently stir in the lemon juice and honey.
- Let the sauce simmer for 1-2 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving warm.
Notes
Make-ahead by refrigerating for up to a week; reheat gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg