1stickbutter, softened at room temperature unsalted, 4oz or 113 grams
1bunchscallionswashed, dried and trimmed (roots removed and green ends.
1tbspsoy saucelow sodium
1tbspolive oilextra virgin
pinchKosher salt
pinch pepperfresh ground
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Instructions
Start by rinsing and thoroughly drying one bunch of scallions.
Trim white roots and also the green ends about one inch. In a preheated medium to large skillet, add 1 tbsp of olive oil.
Add cleaned and trimmed scallions and allow to start to char, and continue to toss every minute or so.
Once the scallions are charred and tender, remove from heat and allow to cool completely. This is really important because if the scallions are warm or hot, it will melt the butter and it won't solidify correctly.
How to make compound butter with a food processor.
Place the softened unsalted butter in the bowl of a food processor, add cooled charred scallions, soy sauce, salt, pepper and pulse until fully combined.
Once the butter is combined, place butter on plastic wrap or parchment paper to form a log shape. Log should be about 1 1/2 inches wide.
Wrap tightly and cool in fridge about 2 hours before using.
How to make compound butter without a food processor.
Place softened unsalted butter in a medium bowl.
Finely chop the charred scallions and add to softened butter. Add soy sauce, pinch of kosher salt and pepper and add to the butter.
Using a small spatula, slowly incorporate ingredients until fully combined.
Once the butter is combined, place butter on plastic wrap or parchment paper to form a log shape. Log should be about 1 1/2 inches wide.
Wrap tightly and cool in fridge about 2 hours before using.
Notes
Optimally, the Charred Scallion Butter will last one month in the refrigerator and up to three months in the freezer. The best way to use the butter is to cut a medallion about 1/2 inch thick which is about 1 tbsp in serving size for reach serving that you are cooking. This is an estimate as you will use less for rice and noodles etc., and maybe more for proteins such as fish and shrimp.
Nutrition
Serving: 1tbspCalories: 95kcal
Nutritional information is calculated online and should be used as a guide.