Description
Creole Butter Bliss is a vibrant and flavorful compound butter infused with a mix of aromatic spices and herbs, perfect for enhancing meats, seafood, bread, and vegetables. This easy-to-make butter blend combines garlic, lemon juice, paprika, cayenne, and Worcestershire sauce to create a spicy and tangy profile that elevates any dish with a delightful Creole twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Creole Butter Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks / 227 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Mix the Ingredients: Combine the softened butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, cayenne pepper, onion powder, dried oregano, dried parsley, kosher salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well integrated. For a smoother consistency, you can use a food processor.
- Form the Butter Log: Transfer the butter mixture onto a sheet of plastic wrap and roll it into a log shape. Twist the ends of the wrap tightly to secure the shape, then place in the refrigerator to chill until firm, typically at least 1 hour.
- Use as a Dip or Spread: To use as a dip, gently microwave the butter in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth. For spreading or topping, slice from the chilled butter log as needed.
- Storage: Store the Creole butter airtight in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to preserve freshness and flavor.
- Serve: Enjoy by topping grilled meats, seafood, bread, or vegetables to add rich flavor and a spicy, tangy kick.
Notes
- For best results, use unsalted butter to control the saltiness of the Creole butter.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper amount to control the heat level to your preference.
- You can freeze the butter log for up to 3 months; thaw in the refrigerator before use.
- Try adding fresh herbs like chives or thyme for additional flavors.
- Perfect for melting over steaks, shrimp, corn on the cob, or crusty bread.
