Zesty Garlic-Lemon Seafood Basting Sauce
Elevate your seafood dishes with this zesty Garlic-Lemon Seafood Basting Sauce, infused with aromatic garlic and vibrant paprika. This versatile sauce not only adds a delightful burst of flavor while grilling or broiling your favorite fish and shellfish, but it also makes for a tantalizing dipping sauce for steamed delicacies such as crab, mussels, clams, and oysters. With its perfect balance of tangy lemon, fragrant herbs, and a hint of spice, this sauce will transform any seafood feast into a gourmet experience.
8
Servings
43.75
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter
1/2 cup (unsalted, melted)
Garlic
2 cloves (minced or pressed)
Sweet Paprika
3 teaspoons
Lemon
1 (juiced and zested)
Fresh Parsley
2 tablespoons (chopped)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (omit if using salted butter)
Hot Sauce
1 dash (optional)
Instructions
1
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until it's completely liquefied.
2
Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for about 1 minute, or until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
3
Stir in the sweet paprika, lemon juice, lemon zest, chopped parsley, salt (if using unsalted butter), and hot sauce (if desired).
4
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
5
Reduce the heat and allow the sauce to simmer for 2-3 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
6
Remove from heat and let cool slightly before using.
7
Brush generously over your seafood while grilling or broiling, or pour the sauce over steamed shellfish for a delightful experience. Serve any extra sauce as a dipping option.
Nutrition Information
4.75g
Fat
0.25g
Carbs
0.125g
Protein
0g
Fiber
0g
Sugar
43.75mg
Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zesty Garlic-Lemon Seafood Basting Sauce?
It is a flavorful sauce infused with garlic, lemon, and paprika used for basting seafood while grilling or as a dipping sauce.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe provides 8 servings.
What are the primary ingredients?
The main ingredients include butter, garlic, sweet paprika, lemon, fresh parsley, salt, and optional hot sauce.
How much butter is required?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of unsalted, melted butter.
How many garlic cloves are needed?
You will need 2 cloves of garlic, minced or pressed.
What type of paprika is used in this sauce?
The recipe specifies using 3 teaspoons of sweet paprika.
How should the lemon be prepared?
One lemon should be both juiced and zested.
How much salt should I add?
Use 1/2 teaspoon of salt, but omit it if you are using salted butter.
Is the hot sauce mandatory?
No, the hot sauce is optional and added as a dash for those who want extra heat.
How do I start the cooking process?
Begin by melting the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until liquefied.
How long should I sauté the garlic?
Sauté the garlic for about 1 minute until it is fragrant.
Should I brown the garlic?
No, the garlic should be fragrant but not browned.
When do I add the lemon and parsley?
Stir in the lemon juice, zest, and chopped parsley after the garlic is sautéed.
Does the mixture need to boil?
Yes, bring the mixture to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
How long should the sauce simmer?
Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Can I use this for grilling seafood?
Yes, brush it generously over seafood while grilling for a gourmet experience.
Is this sauce suitable for broiling?
Yes, it is designed to be used during broiling as well.
Can I use it with steamed shellfish?
Yes, you can pour it over steamed crab, mussels, clams, and oysters.
Can this be used as a dipping sauce?
Yes, any extra sauce can be served on the side as a dipping option.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains approximately 43.75 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There is 4.75g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this sauce?
Each serving contains 0.25g of carbohydrates.
Is there any protein in this recipe?
Yes, there is a small amount of protein, roughly 0.125g per serving.
Does the sauce contain fiber?
No, this sauce has 0g of fiber.
What is the sugar content?
The sauce contains 0g of sugar.
How much sodium is in each serving?
There is approximately 43.75mg of sodium per serving.
What is the preparation for the parsley?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley, chopped.
Do I need to let the sauce cool?
Yes, remove from heat and let it cool slightly before using.
What are some tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include sauce, seafood, basting sauce, grilling, dipping sauce, garlic, and lemon.
How many ingredients total are required?
There are 7 total ingredients listed for this recipe.