Description
A creamy and flavorful garlic sauce perfect for drizzling over your favorite pizzas, adding a rich, tangy, and garlicky punch with a smooth texture and a hint of fresh parsley garnish.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
Flavorings
- 2-3 cloves garlic, minced (or more for extra garlic flavor)
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Optional Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Combine the base ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, and melted butter until smooth and well blended.
- Add the garlic and seasonings: Stir in the minced garlic, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to combine all the flavors evenly.
- Adjust flavor and consistency: Taste the sauce and add more garlic or salt if desired. For a thinner consistency, you can add a little more melted butter or lemon juice.
- Chill before serving: Cover the sauce and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Garnish and serve: Before serving, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the sauce for a burst of color and freshness. Drizzle generously over hot pizza or use as a dipping sauce.
Notes
- This garlic sauce pairs wonderfully with any style of pizza, especially crusty and cheesy varieties.
- Adjust the amount of garlic to suit your taste preferences for a milder or stronger garlic flavor.
- For a dairy-free alternative, substitute sour cream with coconut yogurt and use a vegan mayonnaise.
- The sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- If you prefer a smoother texture, you can blend the sauce briefly in a food processor.
