Description
Make rich and flavorful Cowboy Butter in minutes! This versatile butter is perfect for steaks, seafood, and veggies. Easy to prepare and store.
Ingredients
- Unsalted Butter: Softened, unsalted butter is the base of this recipe. You can use salted butter, but remember to adjust the additional salt to taste.
- Dijon Mustard: Dijon mustard brings a subtle tanginess to Cowboy Butter, complementing the richness of the butter.
- Fresh Herbs: Parsley, thyme, and chives provide a fresh, aromatic flavor that balances the richness of the butter and the heat from the spices.
- Garlic: Minced garlic adds a savory depth that makes Cowboy Butter irresistible.
- Lemon Juice: Just a touch of lemon juice cuts through the richness of the butter, adding a bright, fresh note.
- Spices: Paprika, cayenne pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes add warmth and a little heat, while kosher salt and black pepper enhance the overall flavor.
Instructions
- Soften the Butter: Start by softening ½ cup (or one stick) of unsalted butter. Leave it out at room temperature until it becomes soft and easy to mix. If you’re in a hurry, you can microwave the butter for 10-15 seconds, but be careful not to melt it completely.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a medium bowl, add the softened butter, 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley, 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh chives, 2 teaspoons of fresh thyme, 2 teaspoons of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of lemon juice, ½ teaspoon of paprika, ⅛ teaspoon of black pepper, ⅛ teaspoon of cayenne pepper, and ¼ teaspoon of kosher salt. You can also adjust the level of cayenne and red pepper flakes depending on your heat tolerance. Mix everything together until well combined.
- Shape and Chill: Once all the ingredients are well mixed, you can shape the butter into a log using plastic wrap, parchment paper, or wax paper. Roll it up tightly, twist the ends, and refrigerate it until firm—this usually takes about 2 hours. Alternatively, if you’re in a rush, you can freeze it for 30-45 minutes to speed up the process.
- Melt (Optional): If you’re planning to use Cowboy Butter as a dipping sauce, you can also melt it down in the microwave or on the stovetop. To melt it, microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each interval until the butter is fully melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment, Spread, Dip
- Cuisine: American, Western
Nutrition
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg