Description
Cowboy Butter is a flavorful and zesty compound butter that transforms any meal into an unforgettable experience. With just a few simple ingredients, this rich spread can enhance your grilled meats, seafood, or vegetables, making it the perfect accompaniment for barbecues or cozy dinners. Its unique blend of fresh herbs and spices delivers a burst of flavor that will impress your guests and elevate your culinary creations. Whether you enjoy it as a dipping sauce or as a finishing touch on your favorite dishes, Cowboy Butter is sure to become a kitchen staple.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tablespoon coarse Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
- 2 teaspoons garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine softened butter, Dijon mustard, chives, parsley, thyme, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, pepper, cayenne, and red pepper flakes. Mix until well combined.
- Scoop the mixture onto plastic wrap and shape into a log. Wrap tightly and refrigerate until firm for at least 2 hours.
- To use as a dip, melt in the microwave in short intervals until fully liquid.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg