Caramelized Garlic Butter

This is such a simple ingredient that’s a game-changer in many dishes. You can make the most decadent garlic bread (like I did here), use it for the most delicious garlic shrimp, savoury garlic potatoes, tasty roasted veggies (like carrots) and as a spread in elevated sandwiches.

This isn’t just any garlic butter, this is caramelized. This means the garlic was cooked down in butter at a low temperature for a long period. What you get is incredible garlic butter which is sweet and mellow. I dare you to put this in as many dishes as possible. You’ll be amazed how it can bring a dish to a whole new level.

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 large garlic head, cloves peeled

• 1/2 cup of butter

• 1 tbsp of olive oil

DIRECTIONS:

1. In a small saucepan, add your butter and oil and cook on medium heat.

2. Once you have peeled your garlic cloves, “smash” them by pressing down on the cloves with a side of your knife to crush them.

3. Once your butter is melted and bubbling, turn the heat down to a gentle simmer and add your smashed garlic cloves.

4. Cook for 45 minutes (stirring regularly) until cloves turn a dark golden colour.

5. Remove from heat and let sit for 10 minutes.

6. Using your mixing spoon, try to break up the garlic chunks in half.

7. Pour into a glass jar and store in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.

The butter will harden in the fridge, so let the butter sit a room temperature a little before using.

Christopher

Christopher is a food and lifestyle expert, recipe developer and the content creator behind May Eighty Five. With years of experience in the kitchen, he also shares tips, tricks and how to’s that he has learnt over the years. Every week, he shares quick, simple and mostly healthy recipes along with some home and entertaining tips. You will find flavorful cocktails, delicious appetizers, tasty mains and some indulgent desserts. As a home decor enthusiast, he also likes to share simple DIY projects and simple tips for a beautiful home.