Description
This rich and flavorful Seafood Garlic Butter Dipping Sauce combines melted butter, aromatic garlic, fresh lemon juice, and parsley, enhanced with a touch of crushed red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Perfectly suited for complementing any seafood dish, this quick and easy sauce elevates your meal with vibrant, buttery goodness in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
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Seafood Garlic Butter Dipping Sauce Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Melt Butter: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until fully liquefied without browning.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté gently for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and softened, being careful not to burn it.
- Add Lemon & Spice: Stir in the fresh lemon juice and, if desired, the crushed red pepper flakes to add a subtle heat to the sauce.
- Finish the Sauce: Remove the saucepan from heat and mix in the freshly chopped parsley along with salt to taste for balanced seasoning.
- Serve: Serve the sauce immediately as a perfect dipping companion for your favorite seafood dishes such as shrimp, crab, or lobster.
Notes
- Use unsalted butter to control the salt level and customize seasoning.
- Adjust the amount of garlic according to your personal preference.
- For a smoother sauce, you can strain out the garlic before serving.
- Crushed red pepper flakes are optional for adding mild spiciness.
- Best served warm; reheat gently if needed.
