Garlic Herb Butter is your new secret weapon in the kitchen. This easy-to-make compound butter packs a full-flavor punch with just a few ingredients.
Creamy, rich butter combines with fresh garlic and fragrant herbs to elevate everything from grilled meats to baked vegetables. Use it to enhance your favorite bread or to finish off a perfectly cooked steak. With just a few minutes of prep time, you can whip up this versatile butter that adds depth and character to many dishes.
Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, butter is a must-have in every home cook’s arsenal.
Serving and Pairing Suggestions
Serve Garlic Herb Butter generously on warm, crusty bread or melted over a steak for a restaurant-quality meal at home. Use it to give a flavor boost to Roasted Vegetables or to finish off Grilled Salmon with Lemon Dill Sauce. The possibilities are endless!
Tips and Notes
- Fresh herbs provide the best flavor. Use parsley, chives, or thyme.
- Store in the fridge for up to two weeks or freeze for longer storage.
- Try adding lemon zest for an extra pop of brightness.
- Use softened butter for easier mixing and spreading.
With these tips, you’ll create the perfect garlic herb butter every time. Give it a try in your next meal!
This simple yet flavorful Garlic Herb Butter will enhance any dish you prepare. Get creative and enjoy the taste of homemade goodness. It’s time to whip out the herbs and garlic!
Garlic Herb Butter
Equipment
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 1 Fork or spatula
- 1 Plastic wrap or container for storage
Ingredients
- 1 cup 226g unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 cloves 9g garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons 8g fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon 4g fresh chives (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon 4g fresh thyme (chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon 3g salt (to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon 1g black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, chives, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- Use a fork or spatula to mix the ingredients until well combined and creamy.
- Transfer the garlic herb butter to a piece of plastic wrap, shape into a log, and wrap tightly.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving, or until firm.
- Slice as needed and enjoy on breads, meats, or vegetables.