Herbed Mustard Butter
Elevate your culinary creations with this irresistible Herbed Mustard Butter, a quick and flavorful compound butter that comes together in just 10 minutes. Featuring a luscious blend of softened unsalted butter, tangy Dijon mustard, and a medley of fresh herbs like parsley, chives, and thyme, this recipe is further brightened by hints of lemon zest and garlic. Perfectly seasoned with salt and freshly ground black pepper, this versatile butter adds gourmet flair to everything from grilled steaks and roasted vegetables to freshly baked bread. Simply shape it into a log, chill, and slice as needed for a burst of herby, zesty flavor. This make-ahead condiment is a must-try for food enthusiasts seeking effortless elegance in their cooking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 113 grams unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon chives, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon thyme leaves, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter and Dijon mustard.
Add the finely chopped parsley, chives, thyme leaves, lemon zest, and minced garlic to the bowl.
Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Using a spoon or spatula, mix all ingredients thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
Place a piece of plastic wrap or parchment paper on a clean surface.
Transfer the herbed mustard butter mixture onto the center of the wrap and shape it into a log.
Wrap the log tightly in the plastic wrap or parchment paper, twisting the ends to seal.
Refrigerate the log for at least 1 hour, or until firm. For faster results, you can place it in the freezer for 20-30 minutes.
Once set, slice the butter into rounds for serving, or store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or the freezer for up to 1 month.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
885 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.8 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.0 g | 290% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 247 mg | 82% | |
| Sodium | 3072 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.1 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 61 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 133 mg | 3% | |
*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.
