Discover the luxurious and rich flavors of homemade truffle butter. This gourmet delight combines the earthy aroma of truffles with the creamy texture of high-quality butter, perfect for enhancing the taste of steaks, pasta, or even just spread on warm bread. Whether hosting a fancy dinner or treating yourself, truffle butter will elevate your culinary creations.
Ingredients Truffle Butter
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 oz fresh truffles (or 2-3 tsp truffle oil)
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove, finely minced (optional)
- 1 tsp finely chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Butter:
- Place the softened butter in a mixing bowl.
- Truffle Preparation:
- If using fresh truffles, finely grate them. If using truffle oil, measure out 2-3 teaspoons.
- Mixing:
- Add the grated truffles or truffle oil, sea salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and minced garlic (if using) to the butter.
- Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Forming the Butter:
- Transfer the mixture onto a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap.
- Roll into a log shape and twist the ends to seal.
- Chilling:
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and butter to firm up.
- Serving:
- Slice into rounds and serve atop hot steaks, pasta, or fresh bread.
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Serving Suggestions
- Steak Enhancement: Place a slice of truffle butter on a hot steak right before serving.
- Pasta Perfection: Toss with freshly cooked pasta for an indulgent touch.
- Bread Spread: Simply spread on warm, crusty bread for a gourmet snack.
- Vegetable Glaze: Melt over roasted or steamed vegetables for an extra flavor boost.
Additional Tips Truffle Butter
- Storage: Truffle butter can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or frozen for up to three months.
- Substitutions: Truffle oil is a great substitute if fresh truffles are unavailable.
- Troubleshooting: If the butter is too soft to form into a log, refrigerate it for 10-15 minutes before shaping.
