Description
Indulge in the rich and flavorful Seafood Garlic Butter Dipping Sauce. This easy-to-make sauce is perfect for dipping crab, shrimp, lobster, or any seafood delicacy. The combination of buttery goodness with hints of garlic and spices will elevate your seafood dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning or Cajun seasoning (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Melt Butter: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add Garlic: Add minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Season: Stir in lemon juice, Old Bay or Cajun seasoning if using, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 1–2 more minutes.
- Finish: Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley.
Notes
- You can strain out the garlic for a smoother sauce or leave it in for extra flavor.
- Add a splash of white wine for an elegant twist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
