Garlic Butter for Garlic Bread Escargot or Shrimp
Transform your dishes into a symphony of rich, garlicky goodness with this versatile Garlic Butter recipe, perfect for garlic bread, escargot, or shrimp. Crafted with creamy unsalted butter, freshly minced garlic, aromatic parsley and thyme, and a zing of lemon juice, this easy-to-make compound butter elevates any meal with its bold and zesty flavors. Optional Parmesan cheese adds an irresistible savory edge for cheese lovers! Ready in just 10 minutes, this recipe is a go-to for everything from indulgent baked garlic bread to gourmet-inspired escargot or buttery, skillet-tossed shrimp. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or cooking up a cozy meal at home, this garlic butter blend is your secret to effortlessly delicious results. Keywords: garlic butter recipe, garlic bread butter, escargot butter, shrimp garlic butter, easy compound butter recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 4 large Garlic cloves, finely minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for extra flavor)
Instructions
Let the unsalted butter soften at room temperature until it is easy to mix.
Finely mince the garlic cloves and chop the fresh parsley and thyme leaves.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped thyme, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
If desired, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of flavor.
Mix all the ingredients thoroughly with a fork or spatula until evenly combined.
For use on garlic bread: Spread liberally onto slices of bread, then broil or bake in the oven until golden and fragrant.
For escargot: Spoon small portions of garlic butter into the shells or baking dish with the escargot before baking.
For shrimp: Melt the garlic butter in a skillet and toss cooked or raw shrimp until coated and heated through.
Store any unused garlic butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze for later use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
891 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.9 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.8 g | 289% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 254 mg | 85% | |
| Sodium | 1359 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.4 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 188 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 198 mg | 4% | |
*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.
