Spicy Southwestern Butter
Transform your dishes with the bold, smoky flavors of Spicy Southwestern Butter—a quick and easy compound butter infused with a zesty blend of smoked paprika, chili powder, ground cumin, and a hint of cayenne pepper for just the right amount of heat. Balanced with aromatic garlic and onion powders, refreshing lime zest, and fresh cilantro, this buttery spread is a flavor powerhouse perfect for enhancing everything from grilled steaks and roasted vegetables to warm cornbread and fluffy baked potatoes. Ready in just 10 minutes, this make-ahead recipe is shaped into a convenient log that can be sliced and stored, making it an effortless way to elevate everyday meals or impress dinner guests with a Southwestern twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon salt (optional)
Instructions
Remove the butter from the refrigerator and allow it to soften at room temperature for about 30 minutes or until it's pliable but not melted.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the softened butter, smoked paprika, chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and lime zest.
Using a fork or a silicone spatula, mix the spices into the butter until everything is evenly distributed.
Fold in the finely chopped cilantro and stir until well combined. Taste the butter and, if needed, add the optional salt to enhance the flavors.
Place a piece of plastic wrap or parchment paper on a flat surface. Scoop the butter mixture onto the center and shape it into a log. Roll the plastic wrap tightly around the butter to form a cylinder, twisting the ends to seal.
Refrigerate the butter log for at least 1 hour or until firm. Alternatively, freeze it for 20-30 minutes if you're short on time.
When ready to use, slice into rounds or scoop as needed. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1671 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 193.6 g | 248% | |
| Saturated Fat | 112.6 g | 563% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 498 mg | 166% | |
| Sodium | 633 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.3 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 77 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 157 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.
