Pork Free Classic Garlic Butter
Garlic butter is one of those kitchen staples that makes almost everything taste better — from seared steak and roasted vegetables to crusty bread and pasta. This version layers in bright lemon zest and fresh parsley alongside the minced garlic, giving it a more vibrant, restaurant-worthy flavor than anything you'd find in a tub at the grocery store. The whole thing comes together in minutes with just a bowl and a fork, then rolls up into a tidy log that lives in your fridge ready to go whenever you need it. Store-bought compound butters can sometimes sneak in unexpected additives or flavorings, so making your own means you know exactly what's in every slice. A pat melting over hot food is genuinely one of the most satisfying things to watch, and the taste backs it up completely. The optional red pepper flakes add a gentle kick if you want a little heat, but the base recipe is already deeply savory and well-balanced on its own. Keep a log in the fridge all week and you'll find yourself reaching for it constantly.
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8 servings
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- ½ tsp lemon zest
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the softened butter in a mixing bowl and beat with a fork or hand mixer until smooth and fluffy, about 1 minute.
- 2
Add the minced garlic, parsley, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using. Stir and fold until all ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the butter.
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