Garlic Butter for Garlic Bread Escargot or Shrimp

Transform your dishes into a symphony of rich, garlicky goodness with this versatile Garlic Butter recipe, perfect for garlic bread, escargot, or shrimp. Crafted with creamy unsalted butter, freshly minced garlic, aromatic parsley and thyme, and a zing of lemon juice, this easy-to-make compound butter elevates any meal with its bold and zesty flavors. Optional Parmesan cheese adds an irresistible savory edge for cheese lovers! Ready in just 10 minutes, this recipe is a go-to for everything from indulgent baked garlic bread to gourmet-inspired escargot or buttery, skillet-tossed shrimp. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or cooking up a cozy meal at home, this garlic butter blend is your secret to effortlessly delicious results. Keywords: garlic butter recipe, garlic bread butter, escargot butter, shrimp garlic butter, easy compound butter recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 33/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 4 large Garlic cloves, finely minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for extra flavor)

Directions

Step 1

Let the unsalted butter soften at room temperature until it is easy to mix.

Step 2

Finely mince the garlic cloves and chop the fresh parsley and thyme leaves.

Step 3

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped thyme, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

If desired, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of flavor.

Step 5

Mix all the ingredients thoroughly with a fork or spatula until evenly combined.

Step 6

For use on garlic bread: Spread liberally onto slices of bread, then broil or bake in the oven until golden and fragrant.

Step 7

For escargot: Spoon small portions of garlic butter into the shells or baking dish with the escargot before baking.

Step 8

For shrimp: Melt the garlic butter in a skillet and toss cooked or raw shrimp until coated and heated through.

Step 9

Store any unused garlic butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze for later use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(158.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	890.8

Total Fat 98.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 254mg	0%
Sodium 1359.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 8.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g	0%
Total Sugars 0.2g
Protein 6.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 188.5mg	0%
Iron 1.3mg	0%
Potassium 197.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 93.8%

Protein: 2.7%

Carbs: 3.5%