Description
Garlic butter is a culinary delight that effortlessly enhances any meal with its rich, savory flavor and aromatic essence. This easy-to-make condiment combines creamy unsalted butter with fresh garlic, vibrant parsley, and a hint of zesty lemon juice. Ideal for slathering on warm bread, drizzling over roasted vegetables, or enhancing grilled meats and seafood, garlic butter transforms everyday dishes into gourmet experiences your family and friends will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients; mince the garlic and chop the parsley.
- In a bowl, soften the butter at room temperature.
- Mix in the minced garlic, chopped parsley, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Add salt to taste and blend well.
- Transfer the mixture to parchment paper or plastic wrap, roll into a log, and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour until firm.
- Slice as needed and serve over grilled meats, vegetables, or warm bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (14g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg