Brown Butter and Balsamic Sauce
Elevate your dishes with the rich, complex flavors of this Brown Butter and Balsamic Sauce, a simple yet luxurious recipe that comes together in just 15 minutes. This sauce features nutty browned butter infused with the tangy sweetness of balsamic vinegar, aromatic garlic, and a touch of honey for balance. A quick simmer brings everything together into a velvety, slightly thickened glaze that’s perfect for drizzling over roasted vegetables, creamy pastas, or succulent grilled meats and seafood. With its golden hue, nutty aroma, and irresistible depth of flavor, this versatile sauce is a must-try for home cooks looking to elevate their everyday meals. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and herbal freshness, and enjoy a restaurant-quality sauce from your own kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Place a medium skillet or saucepan over medium heat and add the unsalted butter.
Allow the butter to melt completely, stirring occasionally. Continue cooking the butter until it begins to foam and turn a golden brown color. You should notice a nutty aroma at this stage, which indicates it is browned. This will take about 4-5 minutes.
Lower the heat and carefully stir in the minced garlic. Cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until fragrant, being cautious not to burn the garlic.
Add the balsamic vinegar to the skillet and stir to combine. It may bubble briefly upon contact with the hot pan.
Stir in the honey, salt, and ground black pepper, allowing the mixture to simmer gently for about 2 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
Taste the sauce, and adjust seasoning if needed.
Remove the skillet from heat. If desired, garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Drizzle the sauce immediately over your dish, such as roasted vegetables, pasta, grilled meat, or fish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
468 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.0 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.0 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 608 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.3 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.6 g | ||
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 41 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 122 mg | 3% | |
*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.
