Description
This Smoky Chipotle Cowboy Butter is a flavor explosion of smoky, spicy, sweet, and tangy goodness. It’s incredibly easy to make and elevates everything from meats to vegetables and bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 115 g (1/2 cup) Unsalted Butter, Softened: Foundation of the butter, control saltiness.
- 2 cloves Garlic, Minced: Aromatic punch.
- 0.5 tsp (2 g) Chipotle Powder: Smoky heat, adjust to taste.
- 1 tsp (2 g) Smoked Paprika: Adds depth and smokiness.
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) Fresh Lime Zest: Bright, citrusy aroma.
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) Lime Juice: Vibrant acidity.
- 1 tbsp (21 g) Honey: Subtle sweetness.
- 0.5 tsp (3 g) Sea Salt: Enhances flavors.
- 0.25 tsp (0.5 g) Freshly Ground Black Pepper: Subtle spice.
- 2 tbsp (8 g) Fresh Parsley, Finely Chopped: Fresh, herbaceous note.
- 2 tbsp (15 g) Toasted Pine Nuts: Delightful crunch and nutty flavor.
- 1 tbsp (21 g) Honey (for glaze): Adds sweetness to the glaze.
- 0.5 tsp (2 g) Chipotle Powder (for glaze): Intensifies smoky flavor.
- 1 tsp (5 ml) Lime Juice (for glaze): Tangy counterpoint.
- Pinch of Smoked Paprika (for glaze): Enhances aroma and color.
Instructions
- Toast Pine Nuts: Toast pine nuts for 3-4 minutes until golden-brown and fragrant, cool immediately.
- Combine Butter Base: Mix softened butter with garlic, chipotle powder, paprika, lime zest, juice, honey, salt, pepper, parsley, and pine nuts.
- Mix to Perfection: Thoroughly combine ingredients until a uniform paste forms.
- Shape Butter Log: Shape butter mixture into a 5 cm (2 inch) diameter log on parchment paper.
- Roll and Secure: Roll parchment tightly around log, twist ends to secure.
- Chill and Firm: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm.
- Prepare Chipotle-Lime Honey Glaze: Combine honey, chipotle powder, lime juice, and paprika in a saucepan.
- Warm and Thicken Glaze: Warm glaze over low heat for 2-3 minutes until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Slice and Serve: Slice chilled butter into rounds and place on dishes.
- Glaze and Garnish: Drizzle with glaze, sprinkle with pine nuts and parsley.
Notes
For best results, use softened (not melted) butter and freshly squeezed lime juice. Toast pine nuts carefully to avoid burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mix, Chill
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tbsp
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
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