Description
Cowboy Butter is a delicious and versatile spread that elevates any meal with its rich, savory flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh chives, chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Stir everything together until well combined.
- Fold in the chopped parsley and chives.
- Transfer the cowboy butter to a serving dish and serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to use.
- For best results, let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Notes
- Cowboy butter can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to a week.
- This sauce works great with shrimp, chicken, steak, or grilled vegetables.
- For a spicier version, add more red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 102
- Sugar: 0.1g
- Sodium: 59mg
- Fat: 11.5g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0.4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg