Best 7 Shallot Butter Sauce For Seafood Bbq Recipes

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Elevate your seafood and barbecue dishes with the delectable Shallot Butter Sauce, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes the taste buds with its rich, savory, and subtly sweet flavors. Crafted with a harmonious balance of shallots, butter, white wine, and a touch of lemon juice, this versatile sauce adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to any meal. Whether you're grilling succulent shrimp, pan-searing delicate scallops, or roasting a flavorful salmon fillet, the Shallot Butter Sauce will enhance the natural flavors of your seafood, leaving you and your guests utterly delighted. Dive into the culinary journey and discover how this extraordinary sauce transforms ordinary meals into extraordinary culinary experiences.

In this comprehensive guide, you'll find a collection of Shallot Butter Sauce recipes, each with its own unique twist. From the classic Shallot Butter Sauce to variations infused with herbs, spices, and even a hint of citrus, these recipes cater to a wide range of palates and preferences. Explore the nuances of each recipe and find the perfect sauce to complement your favorite seafood and barbecue creations. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRILLED GARLIC BUTTER SHRIMP



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The lemon garlic butter sauce is simply perfect! Pair with a glass of wine and crusty bread for the best 30 min meal ever!

Provided by Chungah Rhee

Categories     summer

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 shallot, minced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or more, to taste
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 lemons, halved
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Stir in shallot, garlic and red pepper flakes until fragrant, about 2 minutes; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Thread shrimp onto skewers; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Brush with 2 tablespoons butter mixture. Preheat grill to medium high heat. Add skewers to grill, and cook, turning occasionally, until the shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes. Add lemons to grill, cut side down, during the last 2 minutes of cooking time. Serve immediately, drizzled with remaining butter mixture, garnished with lemons and parsley, if desired.

BUTTER SAUCE WITH SHALLOTS AND WINE



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This sauce is similar to a bearnaise and good served with broiled fish or any broiled or roasted meat.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Sauces

Time 20m

Yield 1/2 cup, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons shallots, finely chopped
2 tablespoons dry white wine
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
4 tablespoons butter, room temperature
4 tablespoons olive oil
salt (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine shallots and wine in a small saucepan. Boil, and cook until liquid evaporates being careful not to burn shallots. Remove from heat and allow to cool about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add butter and olive oil to saucepan and whisk until it becomes thickened. If the pan is too hot the butter will curdle. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.1, Fat 16.7, SaturatedFat 6.1, Cholesterol 20.4, Sodium 55.4, Carbohydrate 0.8, Sugar 0.1, Protein 0.2

WINE SAUCE FOR SEAFOOD



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This is a delicious sauce made with white wine, butter, lemon, tarragon, garlic and shallots. It is wonderful served over any white fish that has been baked or grilled.

Provided by Nicole0615

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 17m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons minced shallots
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon white pepper
¼ cup white wine
1 lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Add garlic and shallots; cook and stir until transparent, about 3 minutes. Season with tarragon, salt and white pepper. Increase the heat to medium, and stir in the white wine and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer, then whisk for 1 minute. Remove from the heat and sprinkle in parsley. Pour over your favorite white fish before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 209.9 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

GRILLED SALMON WITH HERBED BUTTER SAUCE



Grilled Salmon with Herbed Butter Sauce image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 8 to10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (5 to 6 pound) whole salmon
2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Herbed Butter Sauce, recipe follows
2 shallots, minced
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter
1/4 cup Chardonnay
2 tablespoons chicken stock
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup packed chopped tarragon leaves
2 tablespoons packed chopped parsley leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Preheat a grill to high heat.
  • To make the fish: fillet the fish and remove all bones (You can ask your fishmonger to do this). Season the fish with the olive oil, and salt and pepper. Grill on both sides until the fish has clear grill marks, about 6 minutes per side. Remove from the grill, place on a sheet pan, and finish in the oven.
  • Transfer to a warmed platter and brush with Herbed Butter Sauce.
  • To make the sauce: in a small pan, sweat the shallots in butter. Add the wine, stock, vinegar, and lemon juice and simmer until reduced by half.
  • Stir in 3 tablespoons cream. Add half of the tarragon. Whisk in the cold butter, 1 tablespoon at a time, strain and add remaining tarragon and chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Reserve warm.

SHALLOT AND GARLIC BUTTER



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Dairy     Garlic     Chill     Pan-Fry     Shallot     Gourmet

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 unpeeled garlic cloves
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup thinly sliced shallot
1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) unsalted butter, softened

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan of boiling water boil the garlic cloves for 6 minutes, drain them, and peel them. In a small heavy skillet heat the oil over moderately high heat until it is hot but not smoking and in it fry the shallot for 3 to 5 minutes, or until it is golden. Transfer the fried shallot to paper towels to drain. In a small bowl mash the garlic to a paste, add the fried shallot, the butter, and salt and pepper to taste, and cream the mixture. Let the butter stand, covered, in a cool place for 1 hour to allow the flavors to develop. Serve the butter with meat, poultry, seafood, or vegetables.

SHALLOT BUTTER



Shallot Butter image

Use this flavorful butter on any grilled food.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Yield Makes 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
2 shallots, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh oregano leaves
1/2 cup dry white wine
4 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice (2 limes)

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan set over medium heat or cooler area of a grill, combine butter, shallots, and oregano; melt. Stir in the wine and lime juice. Set butter aside until ready to use.

BUTTERY GRILLED SHRIMP



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This is easy and delicious! These shrimp are great with steak, but for a special occasion, brush the sauce on lobster tails and grill. -Sheryl Shenberger, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup butter, melted
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 pounds uncooked shrimp (16-20 per pound), peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients; set aside 1/4 cup. Thread shrimp onto 8 metal or soaked wooden skewers., Grill shrimp, covered, over medium heat 3-5 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink, basting occasionally with butter mixture. Remove from grill; brush with reserved butter mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 168mg cholesterol, Sodium 295mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 19g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality shallots. Fresh, firm shallots with no signs of sprouting or bruising will yield the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the shallots. Overcooked shallots will become mushy and lose their flavor. Cook them just until they are softened and translucent.
  • Use a good quality white wine. A dry white wine with a crisp acidity will complement the shallots and seafood.
  • Reduce the wine until it is syrupy. This will concentrate the flavor of the wine and make it more intense.
  • Use unsalted butter. This will allow you to control the amount of salt in the sauce.
  • Don't let the butter boil. Boiling the butter will cause it to separate and become oily.
  • Season the sauce to taste. Add salt, pepper, and herbs as needed to create a sauce that is balanced and flavorful.
  • Serve the sauce immediately. Shallot butter sauce is best served fresh, as it will thicken as it cools.

Conclusion:

Shallot butter sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used to enhance the flavor of a variety of seafood dishes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are grilling, baking, or pan-frying seafood, shallot butter sauce is a surefire way to take your meal to the next level.

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