Description
This Lemon Herb Butter is a bright and flavorful butter infused with fresh lemon juice, zest, and herbs. Perfect for adding a zesty, aromatic touch to seafood, steaks, grilled vegetables, or bread. Easy to prepare and delicious served chilled or at room temperature.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (chopped)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, chopped parsley, chopped thyme, and minced garlic.
- Mix Well: Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until evenly incorporated, ensuring the herbs and lemon flavor are well distributed in the butter.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste, mixing again to include the seasoning evenly.
- Shape and Chill: Transfer the lemon herb butter onto a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap. Shape it into a log and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up and allow flavors to meld.
- Serve: Serve the lemon herb butter chilled or at room temperature as a flavorful accompaniment to seafood, steaks, grilled vegetables, or bread.
Notes
- Use softened butter to ensure easy mixing of ingredients.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice and herbs to suit your taste preferences.
- This butter can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to one week or frozen for longer storage.
- Try using this butter to finish grilled meats or as a spread for warm crusty bread.
- For a stronger garlic flavor, add an additional clove of minced garlic.
