How to Make Compound Butter

Name: How to Make Compound Butter
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 room temperature stick of unsalted butter; Cattleman's Grill Trail Dust Seasoning; Cattleman's Grill Pit Fire Hot Sauce; ½ shallot; 1 tsp fresh garlic; 1 large lemon

Jul 12, 2024 • Tom Jackson

Looking for a way to upgrade your butter? On today's Tips and Techniques, we go over making a delicious compound butter. Begin by preheating your grill to 400°F, removing the diffuser plate for even heat. Grill a halved shallot until charred, then finely grate a teaspoon of fresh garlic and zest a large lemon. In a bowl, mix the garlic, lemon zest, a teaspoon each of Cattleman's Grill Pit Fire Hot Sauce and Trail Dust Seasoning. Dice the charred shallot and blend it into the mixture with a room temperature stick of unsalted butter until smooth. Shape the butter into a stick, wrap it in saran wrap, and refrigerate until solid, creating a flavorful compound butter for your dishes.

How to Make Compound Butter

Tom Jackson

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Servings

8

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Creating compound butter is a simple yet transformative culinary technique. Start with a room temperature stick of unsalted butter, ensuring it’s soft enough to blend smoothly. To add depth and complexity, incorporate finely grated garlic and the zest of a whole lemon using a microplane. For a smoky, spicy kick, add a teaspoon of Cattleman's Grill Pit Fire Hot Sauce and Cattleman's Grill Trail Dust Seasoning. Grill a halved shallot until charred, then dice it finely and mix it into the butter. Blend all the ingredients thoroughly until they are well combined. Shape the butter into a stick, wrap it tightly in saran wrap, and refrigerate until it solidifies. This flavorful compound butter can elevate any dish, adding a burst of aromatic and savory notes.

Ingredients

1 room temperature stick of unsalted butter
Cattleman's Grill Trail Dust Seasoning
Cattleman's Grill Pit Fire Hot Sauce
½ shallot
1 tsp fresh garlic
1 large lemon

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Directions

Remove the diffuser plate and preheat your YS640s to 400°.
Cut the shallot in half and grill until charred.
Dice the shallot and add to a bowl.
Use a microplane to grate in about one teaspoon of fresh garlic.
Use a microplane to zest a lemon.
Add about one teaspoon of Pit Fire Hot Sauce.
Add about one teaspoon Cattleman's Grill Trail Dust Seasoning.
Mix it all together.
Once combined, form butter in to a stick shape and wrap in saran wrap, cool until solid.

Recipe Note

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Recipe Highlights and Insights:

Compound butter offers a multitude of benefits, making it a versatile addition to any kitchen. By blending butter with various herbs, spices, and other flavorful ingredients, you create a rich and aromatic spread that enhances the taste of numerous dishes. It simplifies meal preparation, providing an instant flavor boost to meats, vegetables, and breads without the need for additional seasoning or sauces. Additionally, compound butter can be customized to suit any palate, allowing for endless creativity in the kitchen. Whether you're aiming for a hint of heat, a burst of citrus, or a touch of herbal freshness, compound butter elevates the overall dining experience with minimal effort.