Smoked Chive Butter
A rich and flavorful compound butter infused with smoky notes and fresh chives, perfect for enhancing bread, vegetables, and grilled dishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked salt or a few drops liquid smoke
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Place softened butter in a mixing bowl.
- Add chopped chives, smoked salt or liquid smoke, minced garlic, lemon juice, and black pepper.
- Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Transfer butter onto parchment paper and shape into a log.
- Roll tightly and twist the ends to seal.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm.
- Slice and serve as needed.
Notes
- Use smoked salt for a natural smoky flavor.
- Adjust smoke intensity gradually to taste.
- Store in refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Freeze for up to 2 months for longer storage.
- Great on bread, steak, seafood, or vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 100 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
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