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Butter Dipping Sauce


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  • Author: Tasty Chef
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cup 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A rich and flavorful dipping sauce perfect for a variety of dishes.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine melted butter and Dijon mustard.
  2. Add minced garlic, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir well.
  3. Mix in chopped parsley, chives, crushed red pepper flakes, and smoked paprika.
  4. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  5. Whisk everything together until well combined.
  6. Serve warm as a dipping sauce or refrigerate and use as a compound butter.

Notes

  • This sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for later use.
  • Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of crushed red pepper flakes.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Sauces
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 100
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg