Easy Compound Butter for Steak: The Juicy Secret to Flavor!
Discover how to make compound butter for steak, a quick and delicious way to elevate your steak with rich, buttery flavor.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Fork or spatula
- Parchment or plastic wrap
Ingredients
For the Butter
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter High-quality, softened
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs e.g., parsley, chives
- 1 clove Garlic Freshly minced
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice/Zest Avoid the bitter white pith
- to taste teaspoon Salt Adjust to liking
- to taste teaspoon Pepper Adjust to liking
For Variations
- 1 cup Plant-Based Butter Vegan alternative
- to taste Other Herbs and Spices e.g., basil, cilantro, smoked paprika
- 1/2 cup Grated Cheese or Horseradish For an exciting twist
Instructions
How to Make Compound Butter for Steak
- Soften the unsalted butter by letting it sit out at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- Finely chop the fresh herbs like parsley and chives.
- Mince the clove of garlic well.
- In a bowl, combine the softened butter, chopped herbs, minced garlic, lemon juice/zest, salt, and pepper using a fork or spatula until creamy.
- Roll the butter mixture into a log shape on a sheet of parchment or plastic wrap and twist the ends tightly.
- Refrigerate the rolled butter log for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- Cut slices of the compound butter and place them atop hot, freshly cooked steak.
Notes
Optional: Serve with fresh herbs for an attractive garnish. Wrap leftover compound butter tightly in plastic wrap or store in an airtight container for up to a week. Freeze for longer storage.