Fennel Butter
Elevate your culinary creations with the rich and aromatic flavors of homemade Fennel Butter. This luxurious compound butter combines the warm, anise-like notes of toasted fennel seeds with the zing of fresh lemon zest, the savoriness of minced garlic, and the bright touch of parsley. Perfectly balanced with a hint of salt and freshly ground black pepper, this recipe comes together in just 10 minutes and is as versatile as it is delicious. Spread it over warm bread, melt it on a steak, or stir it into roasted vegetables for an instant pop of gourmet flavor. Easy to prepare and freezer-friendly, Fennel Butter is your ultimate secret weapon for effortless flavor enhancement.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 113 grams Unsalted butter
- 1.5 teaspoons Fennel seeds
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Take the butter out of the refrigerator and let it soften at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes. It should be pliable but not melting.
In a small dry skillet, toast the fennel seeds over medium heat for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
Using a mortar and pestle or spice grinder, lightly crush the toasted fennel seeds to release their flavor. Set aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, crushed fennel seeds, minced garlic, lemon zest, parsley, salt, and black pepper.
Using a spatula or spoon, thoroughly mix all the ingredients together until the butter is evenly combined with the aromatics and seasonings.
Transfer the fennel butter onto a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap. Shape it into a log by rolling and twisting the ends tightly.
Refrigerate the butter log for at least 30 minutes to firm up before use. Alternatively, you can freeze it for longer storage.
Once set, slice the fennel butter into rounds and use as desired on bread, pasta, grilled meats, or vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
844 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.4 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.5 g | 282% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 250 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 613 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.0 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 89 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 168 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.
