This Savory Cowboy Butter is the perfect condiment to take your steak, chicken, seafood, or even vegetables to the next level. Rich, creamy, and bursting with flavor, this butter sauce combines fresh herbs, bold spices, and the tangy kick of lemon to create a versatile topping that enhances almost any dish.
Whether you’re grilling a juicy steak, sautéing shrimp, or simply spreading it on bread, this cowboy butter will quickly become your go-to sauce.
Why You Should Make This Savory Cowboy Butter
- Versatile Flavor: This savory cowboy butter is great for steaks, seafood, chicken, or vegetables.
- Simple Ingredients: This simple butter sauce recipe uses everyday ingredients you likely have in your kitchen.
- Quick and Easy: Ready in about 10 minutes, makes this cowboy butter sauce a perfect last-minute addition.
- Bold Taste: The combination of Aleppo pepper, mustard, and fresh herbs delivers a savory, tangy, and slightly spicy flavor.
- Customizable: You can easily tweak the seasoning to fit your taste by adding extra herbs or spices.
Ingredients
- Butter: Use salted or unsalted butter. You can also substitute with ghee.
- Aleppo pepper: If you don’t have Aleppo pepper, substitute with more regular red pepper flakes or paprika for less heat.
- Paprika: Smoked paprika can be used for a smoky twist.
- Black pepper: White pepper works if you prefer a milder flavor.
- Salt: Use sea salt or Himalayan pink salt as a substitute.
- Crushed red pepper flakes: Adjust the heat to your preference, or omit if you prefer no spice.
- Whole grain mustard: Dijon mustard or yellow mustard can be used as alternatives.
- Lemon zest and juice: Lime can be substituted for lemon for a different citrus flavor.
- Chives and parsley: Feel free to add other fresh herbs like thyme, basil, or tarragon for a different flavor profile.
- Optional additions: Add Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, or dried herbs like oregano or rosemary to customize the flavor.
How to Prepare Savory Cowboy Butter
- Start by melting the butter in a pot over medium-low heat.
- As the butter melts, add in the minced garlic, Aleppo pepper, paprika, black pepper, salt, and crushed red pepper flakes.
- Once the butter is fully melted, cook the mixture for a few minutes to soften the flavors.
- Whisk in the whole grain mustard, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes.
- Remove the pot from heat and stir in the fresh chives and parsley.
How to Serve
Serve this Savory Cowboy Butter on:
- Steaks: Perfectly compliments a juicy grilled steak for a rich, flavorful topping.
- Seafood & Fish: Drizzle it over grilled shrimp, salmon, scallops or any other seafood for a savory burst of flavor.
- Chicken: Serve it with pan-seared, grilled or air fryer chicken breasts for a fresh, zesty contrast.
- Vegetables: Toss roasted or steamed vegetables in cowboy butter for extra richness.
- Bread: Use it as a savory spread for fresh bread or rolls.
How to Store Leftover Cowboy Butter
- Store any leftover cowboy butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Freeze cowboy butter for up to 3 months. Just spoon it into ice cube trays, freeze, and then transfer the cubes to a resealable bag for easy use.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Aleppo pepper taste like? Aleppo pepper has a mild, fruity flavor with a bit of heat. It’s less intense than regular red pepper flakes, offering a subtle spice and a slight tang. Its flavor profile is balanced, making it perfect for adding warmth without overwhelming dishes.
- Can I reduce the lemon flavor? This is a lemon-forward recipe, so the lemon zest and juice are key to the flavor. However, if you prefer a milder lemon taste, feel free to reduce the amount of lemon juice or zest to your liking. You can always adjust it to suit your taste preferences.
- Can I adjust the level of spiciness? Yes! You can add more crushed red pepper flakes or increase the amount of Aleppo pepper to suit your taste. If you prefer less heat, simply reduce the crushed red pepper flakes.
- Can I use a different type of mustard? While whole grain mustard gives this butter a nice texture and flavor, you can swap it for Dijon or yellow mustard, if needed.
- Can I use dried herbs instead of fresh parsley and chives? Yes, you can use dried parsley and dried chives. Just remember that dried herbs are more concentrated, so use about 1/3 of the amount.
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Savory Cowboy Butter
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: 8 –10 servings 1x
Description
This Savory Cowboy Butter is the perfect condiment to take your steak, chicken, seafood, or even vegetables to the next level.
Ingredients
- 1 stick butter, salted or unsalted
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons Aleppo pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 heaping tablespoon whole grain mustard
- Zest and juice of one lemon
- 1 teaspoon chopped chives
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Start by melting the butter in a pot over medium-low heat.
- As the butter melts, add in the minced garlic, Aleppo pepper, paprika, black pepper, salt, and crushed red pepper flakes.
- Once the butter is fully melted, cook the mixture for a few minutes to soften the flavors.
- Whisk in the whole grain mustard, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes.
- Remove the pot from heat and stir in the fresh chives and parsley.
- Serve the cowboy butter immediately, or store it for later use.
- ENJOY!
Notes
- This Savory Cowboy Butter is perfect for steaks, seafood, chicken, vegetables, or even spreading on bread.
- I used salted butter, but you can substitute with unsalted.
- Maintain the heat at a medium-low to avoid browning or burning the butter and garlic.
- To maintain freshness, stir the fresh herbs into the butter off of the heat.
- You can customize the recipe by adjusting the lemon zest and juice to your taste, especially if you prefer a milder lemon flavor.
- Feel free to swap out whole grain mustard for Dijon or yellow mustard, and use dried herbs like parsley and chives if you don’t have fresh.
- If you want more spice, add extra Aleppo pepper or crushed red pepper flakes.
- Store leftover cowboy butter in the fridge for up to a week or freeze it in ice cube trays for easy use up to 3 months.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute ghee for the butter.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Easy
- Cuisine: American
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