Description
This Lemon Herb Butter recipe combines tangy lemon juice and zest with fresh parsley, thyme, and garlic, creating a versatile and flavorful compound butter. Perfect for enhancing seafood, steaks, grilled vegetables, or bread, this butter is easy to prepare and adds a bright, fresh accent to your dishes.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (chopped)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, chopped parsley, chopped thyme, and minced garlic.
- Mix Thoroughly: Mix all ingredients well until they are evenly incorporated, ensuring an even distribution of flavors throughout the butter.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste, mixing again lightly to blend the seasoning.
- Shape and Chill: Transfer the butter mixture onto a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap, shape it into a log, then wrap tightly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow it to firm up.
- Serve: Use the Lemon Herb Butter chilled or at room temperature, spreading it on seafood, grilled steaks, vegetables, or bread to add a bright, herbaceous flavor boost to your meal.
Notes
- For softer butter, remove from the refrigerator about 10 minutes before serving.
- You can substitute fresh herbs with dried herbs, but use about one-third of the amount as dried herbs are more concentrated.
- Adjust the amount of garlic or lemon to suit your taste preferences.
- This butter can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Try adding other herbs like chives or basil for a different flavor twist.
