This classic Seafood Butter Sauce is a versatile condiment that elevates simple grilled fish, shrimp, or lobster with minimal effort. By melting unsalted butter with aromatic dried rosemary and tarragon, you create a fragrant, golden base that coats seafood beautifully. A splash of fresh lemon juice cuts through the richness, adding a bright, zesty finish that balances the savory herbs. Use it as a basting brush while grilling to keep your seafood moist and flavorful, or serve it warm on the side as a luxurious dipping sauce for crawfish, crab, or boiled shrimp. It’s an easy, pantry-friendly recipe that brings restaurant-quality flavor to your home table.
Seafood Butter Sauce & Baste
Description
This classic Seafood Butter Sauce is a versatile condiment that elevates simple grilled fish, shrimp, or lobster with minimal effort. By melting unsalted butter with aromatic dried rosemary and tarragon, you create a fragrant, golden base that coats seafood beautifully. A splash of fresh lemon juice cuts through the richness, adding a bright, zesty finish that balances the savory herbs. Use it as a basting brush while grilling to keep your seafood moist and flavorful, or serve it warm on the side as a luxurious dipping sauce for crawfish, crab, or boiled shrimp. It&# 226;ÂÂs an easy, pantry-friendly recipe that brings restaurant-quality flavor to your home table.Ingredients
Directions
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Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat, ensuring it does not brown.
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Stir in the dried rosemary, dried tarragon, and salt until well combined.
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Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice.
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Brush the warm sauce over seafood while grilling, basting occasionally.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 216.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 24.3g38%
- Saturated Fat 15.3g77%
- Cholesterol 64.5mg22%
- Sodium 3849.7mg161%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.4g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
- Sugars 0.1g
- Protein 0.3g1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
This sauce can be served warm as a dipping sauce for boiled shrimp, crawfish, crab legs, or lobster tails.
For best flavor, use fresh lemon juice rather than bottled.
If using salted butter, reduce the added salt to 1/4 teaspoon or taste before adding.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.