A bold and flavorful sauce combining rich butter, fragrant garlic, and a fiery kick of spice! Perfect for drizzling over seafood, vegetables, or pasta, or as a dip for bread and fries.
Ingredients
1/2 cup unsalted butter 🧈
5 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
1 tbsp spicy chili garlic sauce 🌶️
1/2 tsp smoked paprika 🌶️
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)
1 tbsp lemon juice 🍋
1 tsp honey (optional for a hint of sweetness) 🍯
Salt and black pepper to taste 🧂
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped 🌿 (for garnish)
Instructions
Melt the Butter
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until it starts to bubble slightly.
Add Garlic and Spices
Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add chili garlic sauce, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Stir well.
Finish with Lemon and Honey
Reduce heat to low. Stir in lemon juice and honey for balance. Simmer for 1-2 minutes.
Garnish and Serve
Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve warm.
Serving Suggestions
Drizzle over grilled shrimp, lobster, or crab 🦞
Toss with roasted vegetables like broccoli or Brussels sprouts 🥦
Use as a dip for breadsticks or crispy fries 🍟
Mix with pasta for a spicy garlic butter sauce twist 🍝
Variations
Add a splash of soy sauce for an umami kick.
Substitute chili garlic sauce with Sriracha for a different flavor profile.
Adjust spice levels by adding more or less cayenne pepper.
