Mustard Chive Butter
Transform your everyday meals with the luxurious flavor of Mustard Chive Butter, a quick and easy recipe that takes just 10 minutes to prepare. This rich compound butter combines creamy unsalted butter with tangy Dijon mustard, vibrant fresh chives, zesty lemon, and a touch of kosher salt and black pepper for a perfect balance of bold and fresh flavors. Ideal for spreading on warm crusty bread, melting over grilled steaks or roasted vegetables, or enhancing seafood dishes, this versatile butter adds gourmet appeal to any meal. Crafted from simple, wholesome ingredients, it can be shaped into a log for easy slicing and stored in the fridge or freezer, making it a convenient flavor booster for busy weeknights or special occasions. Impress your guests with this elegant yet effortless condiment!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 113 grams unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Let the unsalted butter sit at room temperature until softened, approximately 30 minutes, or soften it in the microwave for 10-15 seconds if needed.
Finely chop the fresh chives and zest a lemon to measure out 1 teaspoon of zest.
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the softened butter, Dijon mustard, chopped chives, lemon zest, kosher salt, and black pepper.
Using a spoon or a fork, mix the ingredients thoroughly until evenly combined.
Place a sheet of plastic wrap or parchment paper on a flat surface. Spoon the butter mixture onto the center and shape it into a log.
Roll the plastic wrap or parchment around the butter tightly, twisting the ends to secure. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
Once chilled, slice into rounds or use as needed. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
858 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.9 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.5 g | 282% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 250 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 509 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.1 g | 0% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 1.0 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 46 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.
