Description
Chili Lemon Butter is a flavorful and zesty spread that enhances a variety of dishes with its rich buttery texture and spicy kick.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
- Add the chili powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to the bowl. Stir until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning if desired, adding more cayenne for extra heat.
- Transfer the chili lemon butter onto a piece of parchment paper. Roll it into a log shape and twist the ends to seal.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to firm up before using.
Notes
- For a herby twist, add 1 tablespoon of finely chopped fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro.
- Use this chili lemon butter on grilled corn, seafood, or as a flavorful spread on bread or rolls.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg