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Spicy Garlic Butter Sauce

Savor the Flavor: Perfect Spicy Garlic Butter Sauce Recipe

This Spicy Garlic Butter Sauce elevates any meal with its rich flavor and spicy kick.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Consider using salted butter but adjust extra salt accordingly.
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic is ideal for the best taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Spicy Chili Garlic Sauce Adjust based on your spice tolerance.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used if preferred.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Optional for extra heat.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh lemon juice is best.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Optional; agave syrup or maple syrup can be alternatives.
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper Season to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley, chopped For garnish.

Equipment

  • Small saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until bubbly and shimmering, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and slightly soft, avoiding browning.
  3. Stir in chili garlic sauce, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper, mixing thoroughly for about 1 minute.
  4. Lower heat and add lemon juice and honey, simmering for an additional 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 1gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.1mg

Notes

Adjust spice levels to your preference and always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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