Cajun Compound Butter
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5.0
3 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
10
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Calories
85 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Cajun Compound Butter
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Cajun compound butter adds bold, smoky flavor to your favorite dishes. Made with simple ingredients, it transforms everything from meats to veggies into irresistible bites.
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Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon shallots, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne
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Instructions
- Spread butter on the bottom of a medium bowl.
- Add the remaining ingredients to the bowl.
- Using a spoon or silicone spatula, fold butter over ingredients until all ingredients are uniformly combined.
- Lay out a piece of parchment paper, about 12" long. Spread butter into a rough rectangle, about 8" long and 5" wide.
- Starting on the long end closest to you, roll the parchment paper so that the butter starts to fold over itself. Keep rolling until the butter is formed into a log.
- Roll until the parchment paper completely covers the log. Squeeze tightly to compact the butter. Twist the ends of the parchment paper tightly. Refrigerate until firm, about 2-3 hours.
- Once firm, unwrap and slice into 10 slices (more or less, depending on how much you want per serving). Run your knife under hot water before slicing to make smooth cuts.
- Place slices in a single layer in an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use.
- To Freeze: place slices in a single layer on a parchment paper-lined pan. Freeze until solid, about 2-3 hours. Wrap individual portions in parchment paper and vacuum seal. I like to do 2 slices per bag for 1 meal. Freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to use, cut open vacuum bag and thaw under refrigeration. Opening the bag before thawing will help the butter keep its shape.
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Notes
- I prefer using unsalted butter in this recipe so I can control the saltiness through the added salt and Worcestershire sauce. Make sure you soften the butter at room temperature to make it easy to work with.
- The seasonings used are similar to what you would find in a Cajun seasoning or Creole seasoning. You can adjust the seasonings and spiciness to your liking!
- You can use plastic wrap to wrap compound butter, but I prefer parchment.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
85kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
1g
(0%)
Protein
0.2g
(0%)
Fat
9g
(14%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.4g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Trans Fat
0.4g
Cholesterol
24mg
(8%)
Sodium
126mg
(5%)
Potassium
17mg
(0%)
Fiber
0.1g
(0%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
364IU
(7%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
5mg
(1%)
Iron
0.1mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 85 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 85kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.2g | 0% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 24mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 126mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 17mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 364IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 5mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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