Garlic Bread
Warm, buttery garlic bread with crisp edges and a soft center makes an easy side for pasta, soup, or a simple evening snack. Fresh garlic and herbs give it plenty of flavor without much effort.
For 8 servings
- prep · ~2 min
Slice the bread loaf.
Cut the loaf into 8 thick, even slices so they toast at the same rate.
- mix · ~3 min
Make the garlic butter.
1.Add softened butter to a small bowl.2.Mix in minced garlic, chopped coriander leaves, black pepper, and salt.3.Stir until the garlic is evenly spread through the butter. - assemble · ~3 min
Spread the garlic butter on the bread.
Coat one side of each bread slice generously with the garlic butter mixture, taking it right to the edges.
- fry · ~5 min
Toast the bread until golden.
1.Heat a tawa or skillet over low to medium heat.2.Place the bread slices buttered side up on the pan.3.Cover and cook until the base turns crisp and golden, 3 to 4 minutes.4.Flip briefly for 20 to 30 seconds if you want both sides crisp. - serve · ~1 min
Serve the garlic bread hot.
Serve right away while the edges are crisp and the center is still soft.
What to keep in mind.
6 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1Keep the heat at low to medium so the bread crisps before the minced garlic burns.
- 2Spread the butter all the way to the edges; bare corners dry out quickly on the tawa.
- 3Covering the pan helps the butter melt into the bread while keeping the center soft.
- 4If your butter is too soft and runny, chill the garlic butter for 5 minutes before spreading.
- 5Use thick, even slices so all pieces toast in the same 3 to 4 minute window.
- 6Serve immediately after toasting; this bread loses its crisp edges as it sits.
Adapt it for your goals.
Cheesy
Add a little grated cheese over the buttered side before covering the pan for a richer, melty version.
low oilLow-oil
Reduce the butter slightly and use a nonstick skillet; you will still get crisp bread with a lighter finish.
spicySpicy
Mix in a pinch of red chilli flakes or green chilli for heat that pairs well with the garlic and coriander.
whole wheatWhole-wheat
Use a whole-wheat loaf for a nuttier taste and a heartier texture, especially good with soups.
Why this is on our healthy list.
Garlic-Forward Flavor
This recipe uses plenty of fresh garlic, which adds strong flavor and natural plant compounds without needing heavy sauces.
Herb-Based Freshness
Coriander leaves add freshness and a small boost of plant nutrients, helping balance the richness of the butter.
Satisfying Side Dish
Bread and butter make this a comforting, energy-giving side that pairs well with lighter soups or dals.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Mix the butter, garlic, coriander, pepper, and salt ahead and refrigerate it. Let it soften slightly before spreading.
