Savory Compound Butters

The Spice & Tea Exchange
Servings

½ cup. Recipe can be scaled for larger quantities.

Prep Time

2 minutes

Compound butter refers to butter that has been mixed with other ingredients. Savory or sweet, it is often used to enhance the flavor of dishes. Whether slathering on fresh bread, topping meats, or tossing with warm pasta, the ways to use it are endless. The key to success is softened unsalted butter. Unsalted butter allows you to control how much salt is used through spice blends and seasonings, and the softer the butter is, the easier it will be to incorporate any add-ins.
Savory Compound Butters

Ingredients

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    • 1 tsp Black Truffle Garlic Spice Blend

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    • 1½ tsp Maple Bourbon Jalapeño Seasoning

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    • 1½ tsp Jamaican Jerk Spice Blend

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    • 2 tsp Italian Herb Spice Blend
    • 1 Tbsp fresh lemon zest
    • ½ tsp kosher salt

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    • Savory Compound Butters (Kit)

    Directions

    1. Shape butter. a spatula, scrape the mixture onto a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap. Roll into a log shape; twist the ends of the parchment or plastic wrap to seal and tighten the shape. (Alternatively, transfer the mixture to a butter dish or ramekin and cover.) Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
    2. To serve, unwrap and slice as you would a pat of butter. Enjoy on bread or rolls in place of plain butter or serve atop just-cooked foods including steaks, chops, chicken, fish, vegetables, pasta, rice, potatoes, and more.
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