Description
This Cowboy Butter is a next-level dipping sauce that takes classic garlic butter and cranks up the flavor. With citrusy lemon, aromatic herbs, warm spices, and a creamy Dijon base, it’s the perfect match for steak, chicken, grilled shrimp, or even roasted veggies. It comes together in minutes and tastes like it’s straight from a steakhouse—but with your own twist.
Ingredients
32 tablespoons (4 sticks) salted butter, melted
2 whole lemons, juice and zest
8 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium shallots, minced
4 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced
2 tablespoons green onions, minced
2 tablespoons fresh thyme, minced
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (adjust to taste)
1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
Optional twist: 1 teaspoon horseradish for extra bite
Optional twist: 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan for richness
Instructions
Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat or in the microwave until fully liquid.
Stir in lemon juice, zest, garlic, shallots, and all remaining ingredients until well combined.
Simmer on low for 3–5 minutes to blend flavors.
Serve warm as a dipping sauce or spoon over your favorite proteins.
Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat gently before using.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Category: Snack
Nutrition
- Calories: 141
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Protein: 0g