Description
Elevate your seafood dishes with this Creamy Garlic Sauce—a rich, velvety blend of butter, cream, and garlic that wraps shrimp, lobster, scallops, or fish in luxurious flavor. It’s quick, easy, and restaurant-worthy!
Ingredients
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2 tbsp unsalted butter
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Optional: 1 tsp lemon juice or white wine for brightness
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Optional: Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
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Sauté garlic: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (1–2 minutes).
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Add cream: Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently.
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Melt cheese: Add Parmesan cheese and stir until smooth and creamy.
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Season: Add salt, pepper, and optional lemon juice or wine for a zing of flavor.
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Serve: Spoon over your favorite seafood, or use as a dip for shrimp and lobster.
Notes
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Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat.
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For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
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Try blending in a bit of fresh basil or dill for an herbaceous twist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Protein: 4g