Honey Garlic Butter Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
173 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Honey Garlic Butter Recipe
Description
The Honey Garlic Butter melds the richness of butter with the sweetness of honey and the pungency of fresh garlic, brightened by an acidic component such as lemon juice or white vinegar. The garlic is gently cooked in the melted butter to mellow its sharpness while infusing the mixture with aroma. The addition of parsley adds a fresh herbal note and color contrast.
This versatile butter sauce enhances the flavor and moisture of a variety of proteins including salmon, shrimp, chicken, fish, and shellfish like scallops and oysters. It can be spooned over cooked meats as a finishing sauce or used in cooking to impart flavor.
According to the notes, the mixture can be stored refrigerated for up to three days, allowing for convenient make-ahead preparation or leftovers. Adjusting salt enhances the balance of sweet and savory according to taste preferences.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup butter melted, unsalted
- ¼ cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh squeezed, or 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- ¼-1/2 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- 1 tablespoons parsley chopped, fresh
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low-medium heat. Add the honey and garlic; whisk until the honey has melted through the butter and the mixture is well combined. Pour in the lemon juice (or vinegar), season with salt and add parsley.
- Best cooked or served with salmon, chicken, shrimp, fish, scallops, oysters.
Notes
- Store the honey garlic butter covered in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Use fresh minced garlic for maximum aroma and flavor.
- Serve over seafood, chicken, or shellfish soon after preparation for best taste and texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 173 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 173kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 0.4g | 1% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 31mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 149mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 40mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 18g | 36% |
| Vitamin A | 440IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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