Garlic Parmesan Wing Sauce
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Optional: Red pepper flakes for a spicy kick
- Cooked chicken wings or cauliflower wings (for serving)
Instructions:
Prepare the Ingredients:
- Mince Garlic:
- Mince the garlic cloves finely.
- Grate Parmesan:
- If not pre-grated, grate the Parmesan cheese.
Make the Garlic Parmesan Wing Sauce:
- Melt Butter:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
- Sauté Garlic:
- Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to let the garlic brown.
- Add Seasonings:
- Stir in the dried parsley, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. If you want a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes to taste.
- Incorporate Parmesan:
- Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce, stirring continuously. Continue stirring until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Simmer:
- Allow the sauce to simmer for 2-3 minutes, ensuring it’s well combined and heated through.
- Adjust Seasoning:
- Taste the Garlic Parmesan Wing Sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add more salt, pepper, or other seasonings according to your preference.
Serve:
- Coat Wings:
- Toss cooked chicken wings or cauliflower wings in the Garlic Parmesan Wing Sauce until evenly coated.
- Garnish (Optional):
- Garnish with additional grated Parmesan and chopped parsley if desired.
Notes:
- Spicy Variation: If you like a spicy garlic parmesan sauce, you can increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add a dash of hot sauce.
- Consistency: If the sauce is too thick, you can thin it out by adding a bit of chicken broth or water.
This Garlic Parmesan Wing Sauce is a savory and flavorful option for coating wings. Whether you’re preparing traditional chicken wings or a vegetarian alternative like cauliflower wings, this sauce adds a delicious kick of garlic and Parmesan goodness. Enjoy your tasty wings!