Description
This Homemade Garlic Butter recipe combines creamy, unsalted butter with fresh herbs, grated garlic, and sea salt to create a flavorful spread perfect for enhancing breads, baked potatoes, roasted vegetables, and more. Easy to prepare and versatile, it’s a must-have condiment for adding a rich, aromatic touch to your meals.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley or chives, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, grated
- ½ tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Mix ingredients: In a small bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter, finely chopped fresh parsley or chives, grated garlic cloves, and sea salt. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated to create a smooth, flavorful garlic butter.
- Use the garlic butter: Spread the garlic butter on warm, toasted bread for a delicious appetizer or snack. Alternatively, use it as a savory topping for baked potatoes, roasted vegetables, or grilled meats to enhance their flavor.
- Store leftovers: Transfer any remaining garlic butter to an airtight container and refrigerate. It will keep fresh for up to 2 weeks, allowing you to enjoy the rich taste whenever desired.
Notes
- For a stronger garlic flavor, you can increase the amount of grated garlic to 3 cloves.
- You can substitute fresh parsley or chives with other herbs like thyme or basil for a different taste.
- Let the butter soften at room temperature for about 30 minutes before mixing for easier blending.
- This garlic butter can also be frozen in portions for longer storage up to 3 months.
- Use softened unsalted butter to control salt levels and achieve a creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: garlic butter, homemade garlic butter, garlic herb butter, garlic spread, butter recipe, easy garlic butter, butter condiment
