Lemon Verbena Butter
Elevate your cooking with the vibrant and aromatic flavors of Lemon Verbena Butter, a simple yet luxurious recipe perfect for enhancing your favorite dishes. Made with creamy softened unsalted butter, delicate freshly chopped lemon verbena leaves, bright lemon zest, and a hint of sea salt, this butter delivers a zesty burst of citrus with every bite. A touch of fresh lemon juice ties the flavors together, creating a versatile compound butter that's as beautiful as it is flavorful. Ready in just 10 minutes, this herb-infused butter can be shaped into a convenient log and chilled for easy slicing. Use it to add a gourmet twist to grilled vegetables, seafood, roasted chicken, or warm crusty bread. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or adding an elegant touch to your weeknight meals, Lemon Verbena Butter is a delightful addition to any kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 226 g Unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tbsp Fresh lemon verbena leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tsp Lemon zest
- 1 tsp Sea salt
- 1 tsp Fresh lemon juice
Instructions
Place the unsalted butter in a medium mixing bowl. Make sure the butter is soft but not melted.
Add the finely chopped lemon verbena leaves, lemon zest, sea salt, and fresh lemon juice to the bowl.
Using a spatula or hand mixer, gently mix the ingredients until they are fully incorporated and the butter is smooth and creamy.
Scrape the butter mixture onto a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap. Form it into a log shape, wrapping it tightly for an even, compact roll.
Refrigerate the butter log for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the butter to firm up.
Once chilled, unwrap and slice the butter into rounds or use as needed. Store unused butter in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1628 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 183.4 g | 235% | |
| Saturated Fat | 116.0 g | 580% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 493 mg | 164% | |
| Sodium | 2357 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.4 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 54 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 61 mg | 1% | |
*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.
