Description
Crafting your own herb butter at home is simple and rewarding. This recipe offers a flavorful, flexible base that can elevate everything from toast to grilled steak.
Ingredients
Unsalted Butter – 1 cup, softened
Fresh Herbs (parsley, thyme, rosemary, dill) – 3 tbsp, finely chopped
Garlic (optional) – 1 clove, minced
Salt – 1/2 tsp, or to taste
Lemon Zest (optional) – 1/4 tsp
Instructions
1. Let butter sit at room temperature for at least 20 minutes to soften.
2. Finely chop herbs for even texture.
3. Combine butter, herbs, garlic, zest, and salt in a bowl. Mix well using a fork or stand mixer.
4. Scoop the mixture onto parchment paper and shape into a log or press into ramekins.
5. Wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
Use dried herbs if fresh isn’t available—cut amount in half.
Try global variations: add gochugaru and sesame oil for a Korean twist.
Pairs well with steak, pasta, grilled vegetables, and toast.
Store in fridge up to 2 weeks or freezer for 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Global Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tbsp
- Calories: 102
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 89mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 31mg
Keywords: herb butter, compound butter, flavored butter, garlic butter