Description
Cowboy butter brings zesty southwestern flair to your culinary adventure, melting with rich herbal notes and spicy undertones. Drizzled over grilled meats or used as a dipping sauce, this versatile condiment will elevate your dining experience with bold, irresistible flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 200 grams (7 ounces) unsalted butter, cubed and slightly softened
Herbs:
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely sliced
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
- 2 garlic cloves, cores removed and crushed
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon fine cooking salt
Instructions
- Prepare a 30cm square parchment paper sheet for butter wrapping.
- In a mixing bowl, thoroughly blend all ingredients using a potato masher, then transition to a fork for smoother texture.
- Form the butter mixture into a loose cylindrical shape within the bowl.
- Position the butter log lengthwise on the bottom third of the prepared parchment paper.
- Carefully roll the paper upward, encasing the butter log initially with gentle folds.
- Grip both paper ends and twist in opposite directions, creating a compact, uniform cylinder.
- Compress and smooth the wrapped butter, ensuring tight edges.
- Refrigerate the butter log for at least 1 hour to firm and enhance flavor melding.
- Serve chilled as a vibrant, zesty accompaniment to grilled meats, seafood, or roasted vegetables.
Notes
- Select unsalted butter at room temperature for smoother mixing and easier blending of ingredients.
- Use fresh herbs like parsley and chives for maximum flavor intensity and vibrant color in the compound butter.
- Experiment with alternative herb combinations or add minced garlic for a personalized twist that suits your taste preferences.
- Wrap the butter log tightly in plastic wrap after parchment paper for extended storage up to two weeks in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Rolling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 204
- Sugar: 0.1 g
- Sodium: 295 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 0.3 g
- Fiber: 0.1 g
- Protein: 0.2 g
- Cholesterol: 61 mg