Diablo Butter
Elevate your culinary creations with Diablo Butter, a fiery yet flavorful compound butter that packs a smoky heat into every bite. Made with creamy unsalted butter, smoky chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, and a hint of fresh lime juice, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of spice and zest. Accented with garlic, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper, Diablo Butter is a versatile condiment that can transform grilled steaks, seafood, roasted vegetables, or even warm bread into a gourmet experience. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep, this easy-to-make butter is shaped into a convenient log for simple slicing and serving. Whether you're hosting a barbecue or enhancing a weeknight dinner, Diablo Butter brings bold flavors and a touch of elegance to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 225 grams unsalted butter
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 2 pieces chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Take the butter out of the refrigerator and let it soften at room temperature for 30-45 minutes, or until easily pliable.
Finely mince the garlic cloves or use a garlic press to create a smooth paste.
Roughly chop the chipotle peppers into small pieces.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, lime juice, and salt.
Using a spatula, fork, or hand mixer, thoroughly blend all the ingredients until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined.
Taste the butter and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding a pinch of more salt or a squeeze more lime juice as desired.
Transfer the butter mixture onto a sheet of plastic wrap, parchment paper, or wax paper.
Shape the butter into a log or rectangular block, then roll it tightly in the wrap and twist the ends to secure.
Refrigerate the butter for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
When ready to use, slice the butter into discs or chunks, and optionally garnish with freshly chopped parsley or cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1703 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 194.5 g | 249% | |
| Saturated Fat | 112.8 g | 564% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 498 mg | 166% | |
| Sodium | 1746 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 3.9 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 88 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 288 mg | 6% | |
*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.
