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Level Up Your Meals: Easy Homemade Garlic Butter

Garlic and butter are a match made in culinary heaven. This garlic butter recipe shows you how to make this flavour bomb in just minutes!
So ditch the store-bought stuff and elevate your dishes with the rich taste of homemade garlic butter.

Imagine a bright yellow pat of butter studded with flecks of emerald green minced garlic.
The aroma is intoxicating, a warm blend of garlicky goodness and buttery richness.

dish of garlic butter

Garlic Butter Bliss: Simple 5-Minute Recipe

Discover the secret to irresistible garlic butter! Our foolproof recipe shows you how to make this versatile condiment in just minutes. Perfect for adding rich, garlicky flavour to any dish.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Condiment
Cuisine French
Servings 125 grams
Calories 100 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon
  • Cling Wrap (optional)

Ingredients
  

  • 120 grams of softened butter
  • 2 tsp of minced garlic
  • ½ tsp of dried parsley optional
  • pinch of salt
  • pinch of black pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, Cream together the 120 grams of softened butter and 2 tsp of minced garlic until well combined.
  • Stir in the dried ½ tsp of dried parsley, pinch of salt, and pinch of black pepper (if using).
  • Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
  • Use immediately or shape the garlic butter into a log and wrap it in plastic wrap. Refrigerate until firm for easy slicing.

Notes

Recipe Tips:
  • For a stronger garlic flavour, use 3 tsp of garlic.
  • Love a hint of lemon? Add a teaspoon of zest for a bright flavour boost.
  • You can substitute fresh herbs like chives or thyme for the parsley.

Garlic Butter Uses:

Make Perfect Garlic Bread:
Spread a generous amount of garlic butter on toasted baguette slices. Broil until golden brown and bubbly.
A baste for Flavourful grilled chicken, fish, or vegetables:
Brush melted garlic butter over your protein or vegetables during the last few minutes of grilling for added moisture and garlicky goodness.
Quick and Flavourful Garlic Butter Pasta:
Melt a few tablespoons of garlic butter in a pan. Toss in cooked pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water. Season with salt and pepper for a simple and delicious side dish.
Decadent Garlic Mashed Potatoes:
Whip your mashed potatoes as usual. Mash in a few tablespoons of softened garlic butter for a creamy and flavourful twist.
Garlicky Kick for Roasted Vegetables:
Before roasting your vegetables, toss them with olive oil, salt, pepper, and a few pats of softened garlic butter. Roast until tender and caramelised.

Summary:

This simple garlic butter recipe is a versatile flavour booster that will take your dishes to the next level.
With just a few minutes and a handful of ingredients, you can create a restaurant-worthy condiment to elevate your meals.
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