Ingredients
Ingredients
- ¼ cup butter
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
Instructions
- Melt Butter: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter completely to create a rich base for the sauce.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add Lemon and Pepper: Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and black pepper. Reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer and cook for 3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to slightly thicken.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor.
- Adjust black pepper amount to taste if you prefer a milder or stronger pepper kick.
- This sauce pairs wonderfully with grilled or baked fish, chicken, or steamed vegetables.
- Can be prepared in advance and gently reheated before serving.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American