Thai Basil and Lime Compound Butter
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
8 tablespoons butter
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Calories
104 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Thai Basil and Lime Compound Butter
Description
The recipe combines room temperature butter with finely minced Thai basil, lime zest for brightness, a touch of five-spice powder for depth, red chili flakes for heat, and kosher salt for seasoning. Mixing these ingredients thoroughly creates a compound butter that is aromatic and flavorful.
After combining, the butter is shaped into a log using plastic wrap and refrigerated until firm. This shape makes it convenient to slice portions as needed. The butter melts over dishes, imparting balanced herbal, citrus, and spicy notes.
This compound butter works well with grilled or roasted dishes, adding complexity with minimal effort. It can be prepared ahead and stored in the refrigerator for several days.
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter , (1 stick), at room temperature
- ½ lime , zested
- 1 tablespoon Thai basil minced
- ½ teaspoon five-spice powder
- pinch red chili flakes
- pinch kosher salt
Instructions
- Mix the ingredients in a small bowl until well combined. Lay out a large piece of plastic wrap on a clean counter. Spoon the butter mixture onto the bottom third of plastic wrap, then roll it into a log. Refrigerate for one hour, or until firm.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8tablespoons butter
Amount Per Serving
Calories 104 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 104kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.2g | 0% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 31mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 91mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 12mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 371IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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