Seafood Butter Sauce & Baste

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.

Cooking Method: Grilling

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 1

Calories: 216.7

Dietary: Gluten-free

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

1/2 cup Butter
1/2 teaspoon Dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon Dried tarragon
3/4 teaspoon Salt
1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

1
Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat, ensuring it does not brown.
2
Stir in the dried rosemary, dried tarragon, and salt until well combined.
3
Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice.
4
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.

Keywords: seafood, butter sauce, baste, grilling, herbs, rosemary, tarragon, lemon, dipping sauce, shrimp, lobster, crab, fish, garlic butter, summer grilling, easy recipe, condiment, herb butter

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