Create the perfect Wild Garlic Butter, an aromatic and flavorful accompaniment to bread, vegetables, or grilled dishes. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you can achieve a delicious result that enhances any meal. This rich, garlicky butter captures the essence of fresh wild garlic, making it a versatile addition to your springtime recipes. Whether you're spreading it on crusty bread or melting it over roasted vegetables, this wild garlic butter is sure to elevate your dishes with its vibrant flavor.
Ingredients
- 250 g soft butter (about room temperature for the best processing)
- 100 g fresh wild garlic
- 1-2 garlic cloves (optional, depending on the desired intensity of garlic)
- 1 tsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Wild Garlic: Thoroughly wash the wild garlic under running water and then dry it using a salad spinner or kitchen paper. Remove the stems so only the leaves remain as they have the most intense aroma.
- Chop Wild Garlic and Garlic: Chop the wild garlic (and the garlic, if used) as finely as possible. A blender or food processor can be helpful here, but make sure not to create a paste. It’s nice when small pieces are visible in the finished product.
- Prepare the Butter: Place the soft butter in a medium-sized bowl. Use a hand mixer or a fork to loosen the butter a bit. Then add the chopped wild garlic, garlic (if used), lemon juice, salt and pepper.
- Mix Everything: Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until the wild garlic pieces are evenly distributed in the butter. Taste and season with more salt or pepper if necessary.
- Shape and Cool: Transfer the wild garlic butter onto a piece of cling film or baking paper. Form the butter into a roll and wrap it tightly. Let it set in the refrigerator at least 2 hours, better overnight.
Tips
- For an even more refined note, you can mix a little finely grated Parmesan or lemon zest into the butter.
- Wild garlic butter can be frozen excellently. This way, you can preserve the taste of spring for several months and enjoy it whenever you like.
Notes
Serving: Slice the wild garlic butter and serve it with your favorite dishes.
Enjoy your homemade wild garlic butter with fresh bread, baked potatoes, grilled vegetables and even as an aromatic base for sauces and soups.
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