Garlic Sauce for Pizza (Print-Friendly Version)
A rich blend of butter, garlic, herbs and parmesan that elevates any pizza from ordinary to extraordinary in minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Sauce Base
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½ cup mayonnaise
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¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
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2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
→ Seasonings
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3 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed
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¼ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
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½ teaspoon dried parsley
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½ teaspoon dried oregano
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¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
# How to Make It:
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In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter gently without browning it.
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Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
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Remove from heat and stir in the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, pepper, Parmesan, parsley, oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes if using.
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Whisk until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
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For a thicker sauce, let it cool slightly; for a thinner dip, warm it before serving.
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Drizzle over hot pizza, serve as a dipping sauce on the side, or spread over crusts before baking.
# Additional Tips:
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This versatile garlic sauce can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days.