Marjoram Shallot Butter
Elevate your cooking with this luxurious Marjoram Shallot Butter, a savory compound butter that's bursting with flavor. Made with rich, creamy unsalted butter and infused with the delicate sweetness of sautéed shallots and the herbal warmth of fresh marjoram, this recipe is the perfect way to enhance anything from grilled steaks to roasted vegetables or warm crusty bread. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-make butter is seasoned to perfection with a touch of olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Shaped into a convenient log, it can be stored in the fridge or freezer, ready to add a gourmet touch to your dishes in seconds. Ideal for foodies looking to incorporate aromatic herbs into their meals, this recipe is a flavorful and versatile staple that will become a favorite in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 113 grams unsalted butter
- 2 medium shallots
- 2 tablespoons fresh marjoram leaves
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Remove the butter from the refrigerator and let it soften to room temperature.
Peel and finely mince the shallots.
Heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced shallots to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until softened and translucent. Set aside to cool slightly.
Finely chop the fresh marjoram leaves.
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, sautéed shallots, chopped marjoram, salt, and black pepper.
Mix thoroughly using a spatula or fork until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Transfer the butter mixture onto a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap. Roll into a log shape, twisting the ends to seal.
Chill the butter in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to firm up.
Slice and serve as needed. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1018 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.2 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.7 g | 294% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 250 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 2389 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.0 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g | ||
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 119 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 352 mg | 7% | |
*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.
