Better Than Butter Sauce
Elevate your culinary creations with this luscious and versatile Better Than Butter Sauce! Made with wholesome ingredients like olive oil, garlic, shallots, and a hint of zesty lemon juice, this plant-based sauce delivers a creamy, buttery flavor without any actual butter. A touch of nutritional yeast lends a rich, savory depth, while a simple cornstarch slurry ensures the perfect silky-smooth texture. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this sauce is perfect for drizzling over roasted vegetables, complementing delicate fish, or adding a gourmet touch to your favorite pasta dishes. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s a dairy-free, umami-packed game-changer that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 piece Shallot
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 cup Vegetable stock
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves and shallot.
In a small saucepan, heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
Add the minced garlic and shallot to the pan. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant, but not browned.
Whisk in the vegetable stock, lemon juice, and nutritional yeast, ensuring there are no lumps.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry.
Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the saucepan while whisking continuously to avoid clumping.
Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer the sauce for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil for a creamy texture, then season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Remove from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before serving. Optionally, garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve warm over vegetables, fish, pasta, or use it as a dip for crusty bread. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
784 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.0 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.0 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1186 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.8 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 17 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 97 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
