Description
Cowboy butter dipping sauce brings a bold southwestern kick to ordinary meals, elevating simple ingredients with zesty herbs and spices. Melted butter blends with garlic, herbs, and a hint of heat, creating a luxurious companion for grilled meats, seafood, or crusty bread that you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Fats and Oils:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Citrus and Acid:
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Melt unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat, ensuring it doesn’t brown or burn.
- Add olive oil to the melted butter, creating a smooth, combined base for the sauce.
- Incorporate minced garlic into the butter mixture, stirring continuously to prevent scorching and release its aromatic essence.
- Sprinkle in dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper, whisking to distribute the seasonings evenly throughout the sauce.
- Pour in lemon juice, dijon mustard, and worcestershire sauce, stirring vigorously to emulsify and integrate all components.
- Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, letting the flavors meld and intensify.
- Remove from heat and fold in fresh chopped parsley, infusing the sauce with a vibrant, herbaceous note.
- Transfer to a serving bowl or ramekin, ready to accompany your favorite grilled meats, seafood, or as a dipping sauce for bread.
- Serve immediately while warm for optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Save extra sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, gently reheating before serving to restore its original smooth consistency.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting red pepper flakes, making the sauce mild or spicy according to personal preference.
- Transform this versatile sauce into a marinade by whisking with additional olive oil, perfect for coating chicken, steak, or vegetables before grilling.
- Create a dairy-free version by substituting butter with plant-based margarine or olive oil, ensuring those with dietary restrictions can enjoy the robust flavors.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0.2 g
- Sodium: 360 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg