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Remarkably Easy Tarragon Butter

Tarragon butter is a fantastic flavor-enhancing condiment that you'll be glad to have in your kitchen arsenal. It pairs beautifully with fish, seafood, and roasted vegetables. Keeping a stash of tarragon butter in the freezer (ice cube trays work really well for this) ensures it's fresh and ready to add a burst of unexpected flavor during the fall and winter holidays.
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A close-up of a tarragon compound butter with slices of bread.
Prep Time:10 minutes
Chilling Time:30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon tarragon fresh, chopped
  • 200 gram butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

  • Let the butter come to room temperature.
  • Gently stir it to create a small well in the center.
  • Thoroughly wash and dry the tarragon leaves, ensuring they are completely dry.
  • Use only the tender shoots and leaves, chopping them finely with a sharp knife.
  • Immediately add the chopped tarragon to the softened butter and blend well.
  • Sprinkle with sea salt and gently fold to combine.
  • Scoop the tarragon compound butter into the indentations of an ice cube tray, pressing it in with a spoon or offset spatula.
  • Chill or freeze until firm.

Notes

Step-by-Step Photos: My blog post includes helpful step-by-step photos to help guide you through making this recipe.
  • For the best results when making compound butter, start with softened butter to ensure it mixes smoothly with the other ingredients.
  • Before adding fresh tarragon, make sure to wash it thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris. After washing, it's important to dry the tarragon completely, as any remaining moisture can cause the butter to spoil more quickly.
  • I recommend using unsalted butter for compound butter, which allows you to control the amount of salt added.
  • Since fresh herbs can shorten the shelf life of compound butter, it's best to use it within a week.
  • To extend the butter's shelf life, freezing is the best option. You can either shape the butter into a log wrapped in plastic wrap or portion it into ice cube trays for easy use.
Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 177mg | Potassium: 34mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.01g | Vitamin A: 400IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.3mg

The provided nutritional information is an estimate per serving and is not guaranteed for accuracy.

Servings: 14 pieces
Calories: 105kcal
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