Heavenly Garlic Pizza Sauce (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Sauce Base
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1 cup fresh garlic, minced (about 10-12 cloves)
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1/2 cup olive oil
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1/4 cup unsalted butter
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon sea salt
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1 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
→ Finishing Touches
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
# Instructions:
01 -
Peel and mince the fresh garlic cloves until you have about 1 cup of finely minced garlic.
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In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until completely liquid.
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Stir in the olive oil, blending it well with the melted butter.
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Add the minced garlic to the pan. Sauté on low heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant, ensuring the garlic does not brown.
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Sprinkle in the sea salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir well to combine. Allow the sauce to simmer for about 5 minutes on low heat to let the flavors meld.
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Remove the sauce from the heat. Add the lemon juice and stir to incorporate.
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Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the sauce for an aromatic finish.
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Allow the garlic sauce to cool before using it on pizza or storing it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
# Notes:
01 -
This sauce works excellently as a base for white pizzas or as a flavorful alternative to traditional tomato-based sauces.
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For a milder flavor, reduce the amount of garlic to 1/2 cup.