Pork Free Garlic-Parsley Butter
Bright, herby, and deeply savory, this compound butter transforms just about anything it touches — from a sizzling steak to a warm slice of crusty bread. The combination of fresh flat-leaf parsley, minced garlic, and a hit of lemon zest gives it a clean, vibrant flavor that feels far more special than the effort involved. A pinch of red pepper flakes is optional, but if you like a little heat, don't skip it. Once you roll it into a log and slice off a round, it melts into pools of golden, garlicky goodness that make even simple weeknight dinners feel like a restaurant meal. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free of pork-derived additives — no need to scrutinize labels on store-bought flavored butters that sometimes sneak in unexpected extras. It keeps in the fridge for up to a week and freezes beautifully for up to two months, so making a batch ahead is absolutely worth it.
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8 servings
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed
- 3 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- ½ tsp lemon zest
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the softened butter in a mixing bowl and beat with a fork or hand mixer until smooth and evenly spreadable, about 1 minute.
- 2
Add the garlic, parsley, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using. Stir and fold until all ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the butter with no streaks.
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