Smoked Paprika Butter
I love compound butters (a compound butter is simply butter, with spices or some type of flavorings, often from herbs or fruits, mixed into it). They’re such an easy way to elevate so many things. We love a pat of flavored butter on a steak fresh off the grill- it melts into the meat creating a richness of both flavor and texture. Compound butters are also great on vegetables, or paired with artisan bread. They can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for weeks. This one combines butter with fresh garlic and herbs and my favorite spice- smoked paprika, for a tangy, smoky, savory butter that will take your dishes to the next level!
Tip: It’s important to start with room temperature butter. If you live in a particularly chilly environment, you might need to warm it ever so slightly to soften, but avoid trying to reach room temp via the microwave if you can, since you run the risk of melting the butter, or getting uneven softening.
Place a pat of butter on a hot grilled steak, Spread on artisan bread or with a bread bar, add to a skillet with eggs, saute veggies, spread on warm corn on the cob, spread on bread and toast grilled cheese, toss with hot pasta.
Yes well wrapped butter can be frozen and stored for 3 months.
Nope! If you’re planning to serve this butter with a bread bar, for example, just place in a jar or an airtight container. Let come to room temperature before serving so it’s nice and spreadable.
A flavorful savory compound butter perfect for steak, vegetables or bread.
Servings8 Tablespoons
Place room temperature butter in a small mixing bowl. If the temperature where you are is cooler, you may have to very gently warm your butter- it should still be solid but you should be able to mash it with a spoon.
Add all remaining ingredients: garlic, chives, smoked paprika, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, lemon zest and juice, and stir well to combine.
Add additional salt to taste, if desired.
Place butter on a piece of plastic wrap or parchment and roll up into a cylindar about 1 1/2 inches in diameter Twist ends to secure. Place in fridge to chill.
Alternately you can simply store butter in a jar or other airtight container.
Serving: 1Tablespoon, Calories: 104kcal, Carbohydrates: 1g, Protein: 0.2g, Fat: 12g, Saturated Fat: 7g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Trans Fat: 0.5g, Cholesterol: 30mg, Sodium: 111mg, Potassium: 24mg, Fiber: 0.1g, Sugar: 0.2g, Vitamin A: 481IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 7mg, Iron: 0.1mg
Calories: 104kcal
Author: Sara Wells
Cost: 5