How to Make Simple Garlic and Black Pepper Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are certain flavor combinations that stand the test of time, and garlic and black pepper is certainly one of them. This simple yet versatile sauce can be used as a marinade, a dipping sauce, or even a base for stir-fries. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a sauce that is bursting with savory, spicy, and umami flavors.

Garlic, known for its pungent aroma and sharp taste, is a staple in many cuisines around the world. It adds depth and complexity to dishes, and wh...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic, or more to taste
  • 1 ½ cups 2% milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons water
  • ½ teaspoon cornstarch

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 6 mins
  • Total Time: 16 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 1 cup

  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Add garlic, cook and stir until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add milk, salt, and pepper; stir constantly until simmering, about 2 minutes.
  • Whisk water and cornstarch together in a bowl until smooth. Add water-cornstarch mixture to sauce; stir continuously until sauce is thickened to desired consistency, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    174 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 7mg
    • Sodium: 620mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 117mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 161mg