Ingredients for Garlic Butter For Garlic Bread Escargot Or Shrimp
- Unsalted Butter
- Garlic Cloves
- Oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- Garlic Powder
- Basil
- French Bread
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
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How to Make Garlic Butter For Garlic Bread Escargot Or Shrimp
- Melt 1 cup (2 sticks) of butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat.
- Mince 4-6 cloves of garlic (adjust to taste) and add to the melted butter.
- Cook over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, for 3-5 minutes, or until fragrant. **Be cautious not to burn the garlic.**
- Stir in 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional).
- Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste).
- **For Shrimp Scampi or Escargot:** Pour garlic butter over shrimp or escargot. Broil in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 5-7 minutes, or until shrimp is cooked through and escargot is heated.
- **For Garlic Bread:** Brush generously over bread slices (cut diagonally or lengthwise) or a halved baguette.
- **Optional for Extra Flavor:** Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil before baking.
- **For Baking (Garlic Bread Only):** Wrap the prepared garlic bread in foil. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and heated through.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
36 g
Sugar
17g
Fat
101g
Carbs
32g