Description
Cowboy Butter is a rich, creamy spread made with garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, and fresh herbs, perfect for elevating meats, vegetables, or as a dip.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh chives, chopped
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Stir everything together until well combined and smooth.
- Fold in the chopped parsley and chives for a fresh, herby flavor.
- Transfer the cowboy butter to a serving dish and serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to use.
- For the best results, let the cowboy butter sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Notes
For extra spice, add more red pepper flakes, hot sauce, or a finely chopped jalapeño.
Use plant-based butter for a vegan version of cowboy butter.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Let it rest at room temperature before using to achieve the best consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg