Roasted Jalapeno Butter
Elevate your cooking game with Roasted Jalapeño Butter, a bold and flavorful condiment that blends smoky heat, creamy richness, and zesty brightness. This easy-to-make recipe combines roasted jalapeño peppers, softened unsalted butter, a hint of garlic, a sprinkle of kosher salt, and refreshing lemon zest for a versatile spread that’s perfect for grilled meats, roasted veggies, or even fresh bread. The roasting process enhances the peppers' natural flavor, while steaming makes peeling effortless, allowing you to customize the heat level to your liking. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or want to add a gourmet flair to everyday meals, this recipe is the perfect way to bring smoky spice to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pieces jalapeño peppers
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Preheat your oven's broiler or a grill to high heat.
Place the jalapeño peppers on a baking sheet or grill rack and roast them until their skin is charred and blistered, turning occasionally (about 5-7 minutes).
Once roasted, transfer the jalapeños to a bowl and cover tightly with plastic wrap or a plate. Let them steam for 5 minutes to loosen the skins.
Peel the charred skin off the jalapeños, then remove the stems and seeds for a milder butter, or leave the seeds in for extra heat. Finely chop the roasted jalapeños.
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, chopped roasted jalapeños, kosher salt, minced garlic, and lemon zest.
Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Transfer the mixture to a sheet of plastic wrap or parchment paper, shape it into a log, and twist the ends to seal. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to firm up.
Once firm, slice and serve as needed, or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or the freezer for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1718 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 192.2 g | 246% | |
| Saturated Fat | 121.5 g | 608% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 517 mg | 172% | |
| Sodium | 330 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.2 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 63 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 169 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.
