Chipotle Compound Butter
Add a bold burst of smoky heat to your dishes with this irresistible Chipotle Compound Butter! Made with creamy unsalted butter blended with smoky chipotle peppers in adobo, zesty lime juice, a touch of honey, and aromatic garlic, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of heat, tang, and sweetness. Finished with a dash of smoked paprika and optional fresh cilantro, this versatile butter transforms everything from grilled steaks and roasted vegetables to baked potatoes and crusty bread into a gourmet experience. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep time, this compound butter is easy to make, store, and use whenever you want to elevate your meals with bold, layered flavors. Perfect for spice lovers and a must-have for any cook seeking quick and flavorful upgrades!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 pieces chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro (optional, chopped)
Instructions
Take the unsalted butter out of the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature until softened.
Finely chop the chipotle peppers and garlic. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, chopped chipotle peppers, garlic, lime juice, honey, smoked paprika, and salt.
If using, add the chopped cilantro to the mixture.
Use a fork or rubber spatula to mash the ingredients together until well incorporated and smooth.
Place a sheet of parchment paper or plastic wrap on a flat surface. Transfer the butter mixture onto the center of the sheet.
Shape the butter into a log or block using the parchment paper or plastic wrap to help roll and seal it tightly.
Refrigerate the butter for at least 1 hour to firm up before slicing and serving. Alternatively, the butter can be frozen for longer storage.
Use this Chipotle Compound Butter on grilled meats, roasted vegetables, baked potatoes, or as a flavorful spread for bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
879 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.3 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.2 g | 281% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 865 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.5 g | ||
| Protein | 2.4 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 210 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
