Description
A savory blend of rich butter, zesty spices, and fresh herbs that elevates grilled meats, veggies, and bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, chopped
- 1 tablespoon coarse Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Sea salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, chives, and thyme.
- Add Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Pour in the lemon juice and add sea salt and black pepper.
- Mix thoroughly using a spatula or wooden spoon until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture onto parchment or plastic wrap, roll into a log shape, and seal the ends.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to intensify flavors.
Notes
Use fresh herbs for the best flavor. Adjust spices to taste and consider experimenting with additional ingredients like blue cheese or sun-dried tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing and Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: condiment, cowboy butter, flavored butter, compound butter, easy recipe