Description

This Garlic Herb and Anchovy Compound Butter is a flavorful and versatile spread that combines creamy butter with the pungent taste of garlic, savory anchovies, and fresh dill. Perfect for enhancing bread, steak, roasted chicken, or mashed potatoes, this easy-to-make butter adds a gourmet touch to any meal.

Ingredients

Scale

Compound Butter Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cloves garlic
2 oz anchovies, packed in oil and drained
½ bunch fresh dill

Instructions

Prepare Ingredients: Peel and closely prepare the garlic cloves by either grating or using a garlic press. Finely chop the fresh dill and rinse the anchovies to drain the excess oil.
Using a Food Processor: Place the softened butter, garlic, anchovies, and dill into a food processor. Blend all ingredients until the mixture is smooth and uniformly combined, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Without a Food Processor: In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, grated garlic, finely chopped dill, and anchovies. Use a fork to thoroughly mix and mash the ingredients together until smooth and well incorporated.
Store the Butter: Transfer the compound butter to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to two weeks. Alternatively, spread the butter on waxed paper or plastic wrap, roll into a cylinder, chill until firm, and slice as needed.
Freezing for Long-Term Storage: Wrap the butter tightly and store it in the freezer for several months. Thaw in the refrigerator before use.
Serving Suggestions: Use this compound butter to enhance the flavor of bread, melt over steak, add richness to roasted chicken, or mix into mashed potatoes for a delicious herbaceous boost.

Notes

Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier blending and mixing.
If you prefer a milder anchovy flavor, reduce the amount slightly or rinse them thoroughly before adding.
The compound butter can be customized with other herbs like parsley or chives based on your preference.
Keep the butter tightly wrapped when storing to prevent absorption of other fridge odors.
This butter is best used within two weeks refrigerated, or frozen for longer shelf life.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Condiment
Method: Blending
Cuisine: International

Keywords: compound butter, anchovy butter, garlic herb butter, savory butter, flavored butter, homemade butter spread, easy compound butter