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Easy 15-Minute Cowboy Butter Dipping Sauce

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Make this bold, zesty Cowboy Butter Dipping Sauce at home. This quick compound butter recipe uses fresh herbs, garlic, and lemon to create a restaurant-style sauce perfect for steak, chicken, or vegetables.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the softened butter in a medium bowl.
  2. Add the minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped chives, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon zest, lemon juice, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper, if using.
  3. Use a fork or a small whisk to mix all ingredients together until they are fully combined and the mixture is uniform.
  4. Season the cowboy butter with salt and black pepper to your preference.
  5. Serve immediately as a warm dipping sauce for steak or drizzle over cooked meats and vegetables.
  6. For a firmer spread, cover the bowl and chill the compound butter in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • This recipe makes a fantastic zesty dipping sauce for crusty bread while you wait for your main course.
  • You can substitute the parsley and chives with 2 tablespoons of your favorite fresh herb blend, like tarragon or thyme.
  • For a creamier texture, you can use half softened butter and half softened cream cheese.

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