Description
A flavorful and spicy garlic butter sauce perfect for drizzling over grilled shrimp, tossing with pasta, or dipping crusty bread. Made with rich butter, aromatic garlic, and a spicy kick from red pepper flakes and hot sauce, this sauce is easy to prepare on the stovetop and brings a zesty punch to any dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Butter Base
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
Aromatics and Spices
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Liquids and Flavor Enhancers
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (such as Sriracha or Frank’s RedHot)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Optional Garnish
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Melt Butter: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until it begins to foam.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Add Spices and Sauces: Stir in the red pepper flakes, hot sauce, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Simmer Sauce: Let the sauce simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing it to thicken slightly and become aromatic.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat and stir in chopped fresh parsley if using. Serve immediately or keep warm until ready to use.
Notes
- This sauce pairs wonderfully with grilled shrimp, pasta dishes, and as a dipping sauce for crusty bread.
- Adjust the heat level by modifying the amount of red pepper flakes and hot sauce to your taste preference.
- For a milder flavor, substitute sweet paprika for smoked paprika and reduce the garlic quantity.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
