Name: Cowboy Butter for Steak
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 tablespoon 120g Unsalted Butter, (softened (see notes)); 2 tablespoon very finely diced Fresh Parsley; 1 tablespoon very finely diced Fresh Chives; 0.5 teaspoon very finely diced Fresh Thyme Leaves; 1 clove Garlic, (finely grated/minced); 2 teaspoon Lemon Juice; 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard; 0.75 teaspoon Smoked Paprika; 0.5 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce; 0.5 teaspoon Chilli Flakes,; 0.5 teaspoon Salt, (or; 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper, (or; 2x 220g/8oz Sirloin Steaks, (at room temp); 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil; Salt & Black Pepper, (

Directions

1
Combine all of the cowboy butter ingredients in a small mixing bowl.
2
Pat the steaks dry then generously season both sides with salt and pepper. Add a large cast-iron or heavy-based pan over high heat. Once the pan is very hot, add the oil and leave for 5-10 seconds. For medium-rare, add the steaks and leave undisturbed for 2 minutes. Flip them over and fry for 2 minutes, then remove and rest them to one side for 5 minutes.
3
Serve the steak with your desired amount of butter and enjoy!

About this Recipe

The Ultimate Cowboy Butter for Steak: Your New Favorite Dipping Sauce!

Get ready to transform your steak dinner with the most incredible Cowboy Butter recipe you'll ever make! This isn't just any butter; it's a vibrant, savory, and slightly spicy Cowboy butter dipping sauce that takes your perfectly cooked steak from great to absolutely unforgettable. Forget plain old butter; once you try this rich, herbaceous concoction, you'll understand why it's a must-have for any steak lover.

So, what is Cowboy Butter? It's a flavor-packed compound butter, traditionally served as a dipping sauce or spread for grilled meats, especially steak. Our Cowboy Butter sauce for steak combines softened unsalted butter with a symphony of fresh herbs like parsley, chives, and thyme, balanced with the zesty brightness of lemon juice and the deep umami of Worcestershire sauce. A touch of smoked paprika adds warmth, while Dijon mustard and chili flakes provide a subtle, welcome kick. These essential Cowboy butter ingredients come together in minutes to create a truly dreamy accompaniment.

Learning how to make Cowboy Butter is incredibly simple, with a total time of just 15 minutes. The key is to start with softened butter, allowing all the bold flavors to meld seamlessly. Finely dicing your fresh herbs and grating your garlic ensures an even distribution of taste in every spoonful. While it's famously delicious with sirloin steak, this versatile Cowboy butter sauce is also fantastic with grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or even spread on warm crusty bread. Elevate your next meal by mastering how to make Cowboy Butter for steak – your taste buds will thank you!

Cowboy Butter for Steak

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