Description
This cowboy butter is rich, garlicky, and packed with bold flavor. Use it as a dipping sauce, steak topping, or melted butter sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons garlic finely minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley finely chopped
Instructions
- Add the butter to a small saucepan and melt over low heat until fully liquefied but not bubbling.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add lemon juice, Dijon mustard, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Whisk gently until the butter is smooth and evenly combined.
- Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.
- Serve warm as a sauce or let cool slightly to thicken for dipping.
Notes
- This butter thickens as it cools and can be gently reheated before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American