Garlic Butter for Garlic Bread, Escargot or Shrimp

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1

Garlic Butter recipe for Garlic Bread, Escargot or Shrimp dishes

Garlic Butter for Garlic Bread, Escargot or Shrimp

by The Chefin Condiment

Prep

10 min

Cook

10-12 min

Ready In

1 hr 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

102

Sugar

Fat

11g

Garlic butter is a classic condiment that is commonly used in French cuisine. It is made by blending softened butter with minced garlic, herbs, and spices to create a rich and flavorful spread. It can be used to add a delicious savory flavor to bread, escargot, shrimp dishes, and other recipes. This garlic butter recipe is easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste preferences by adjusting the amount of garlic, herbs, and spices used.

Instructions

1.	Allow the butter to soften at room temperature.
2.	In a bowl, combine the butter, minced garlic, oregano, salt, garlic powder, and basil (if using).
3.	Mix well until all the ingredients are fully combined.
4.	Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
5.	When ready to use, preheat your oven to 350°F.
6.	Cut the bread into slices and brush each slice with olive oil.
7.	Spread a tablespoon of the garlic butter onto each slice of bread.
8.	Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes until the bread is golden and crispy.
9.	For escargot or shrimp dishes, add a dollop of garlic butter to each piece of cooked escargot or shrimp, allowing it to melt onto the hot food.

PROS

The garlic butter adds a rich, savory flavor to bread, escargot, and shrimp dishes.

It is versatile and can be used in a variety of recipes.

CONS

The garlic butter is high in calories and fat, so it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It is also not suitable for people who are allergic to dairy or garlic.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Garlic has many health benefits, including reducing blood pressure, improving cholesterol levels, and boosting the immune system.
It also has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties that can help prevent and fight infections.

	1 cup unsalted butter
	4 -5 large garlic cloves
	1/2 teaspoon oregano
	salt , to taste
	1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
	1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon basil ( optional )
	1 loaf French bread or 1 loaf Italian bread
	olive oil , to coat bread