Easy Homemade Garlic Bread
Crispy, buttery, and packed with aromatic garlic and herbs, this simple garlic bread is the perfect side for any meal. Learn the secret to achieving that golden-brown crunch in minutes.
Garlic bread is a universal favorite, and the beauty of this version lies in its simplicity and versatility. By using a quick pan-fry method, you achieve a delightful crunch on the breads exterior while keeping the inside soft and infused with garlic butter. It is a reliable, crowd-pleasing appetizer that takes very little effort but delivers maximum flavor, making it just as perfect for a busy weeknight dinner as it is for entertaining.
Ingredients
- 0.5 baguette
- 50 g butter, softened
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp parsley garlic salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1Slice the baguette
Place the baguette on a wooden cutting board and use a serrated knife to cut it diagonally. Aim for slices that are 3-5 centimeters thick, as this creates a larger surface area to hold the garlic butter sauce.
Tip: Slicing at an angle provides more space for the sauce, ensuring each bite is flavorful. - 2Prepare the garlic butter base
Add a generous amount of parsley garlic salt into a small ceramic bowl that already contains softened butter. This will serve as the foundation for the savory garlic spread.
Tip: Ensure the butter is soft before mixing so it incorporates the seasonings evenly. - 3Add minced garlic
Add the freshly minced garlic to the bowl with the butter and parsley garlic salt. The fresh garlic provides a stronger, more aromatic flavor compared to the garlic salt alone.
Tip: For the best flavor, use freshly minced garlic cloves. - 4Mix the garlic butter sauce
Use a small silicone spatula to thoroughly mix the butter, minced garlic, and parsley garlic salt together. Blend until the mixture reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency.
Tip: Make sure all ingredients are well-combined so the flavor is consistent throughout the bread. - 5Spread the sauce
Take a generous amount of the prepared garlic butter sauce and spread it evenly over the top of each baguette slice. Ensure the surface is fully covered to achieve a rich, savory flavor.
Tip: Apply the butter all the way to the edges to ensure the bread browns nicely during cooking. - 6Prepare the pan
Preheat a frying pan over medium-low heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Ensure the pan is evenly coated before adding the bread to cook.
Tip: Medium-low heat prevents the garlic butter from burning while allowing the bread to get crispy. - 7Fry the garlic bread
Place the prepared bread slices sauce-side down into a pan with heated olive oil. Fry over medium-low heat for one minute per side until the surface is golden and fragrant.
Tip: Keep the heat at medium-low to ensure the garlic butter toasts without burning.
