Jalapeno Butter Sauce
Elevate your culinary creations with this irresistible Jalapeno Butter Sauce—a velvety blend of zesty heat, creamy richness, and a touch of sweetness. Perfect for drizzling over grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or even fresh seafood, this versatile sauce combines the fiery kick of fresh jalapenos and garlic with the smoothness of melted butter, balanced by a hint of lime and honey. A dash of ground cumin adds depth, while olive oil ensures a luxurious texture. Ready in just 20 minutes, this homemade sauce is a game-changer for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Enhance your flavor game with this quick, bold, and irresistibly savory recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 whole jalapenos
- 2 whole garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Slice the jalapenos in half lengthwise, remove the seeds and membranes for a milder sauce, or leave them in for extra heat. Mince the jalapenos finely.
Peel the garlic cloves and mince them finely.
In a small saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced jalapenos and garlic to the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly softened.
Reduce the heat to low and add the butter to the pan. Let it melt completely while stirring to combine with the jalapeno and garlic mixture.
Stir in the lime juice, honey, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
Add the water to the sauce to thin it slightly and allow it to simmer gently for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt, honey, or lime juice to suit your preferences.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool for 1-2 minutes before serving.
Pour the jalapeno butter sauce into a bowl or drizzle it directly over your dish of choice. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
601 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.3 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.2 g | 151% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 522 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.1 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.6 g | ||
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 46 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 130 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.
