Introduction:
Truffle butter is a luxurious condiment that adds a rich and earthy flavor to any dish. Made with high-quality butter infused with pieces of black or white truffle, truffle butter is a gourmet ingredient that can elevate the taste of simple dishes. It has a unique and intense umami flavor that pairs well with pasta, risotto, steak, and more. Try this recipe to make your own truffle butter at home!
Preparation time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes | Serves: 8-10
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2-3 tablespoons black or white truffle paste or finely chopped truffles
- 1 teaspoon truffle oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, truffle paste or chopped truffles, truffle oil, salt, and pepper.
- Using a fork or spatula, mix all the ingredients until well combined.
- Taste the truffle butter and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Transfer the truffle butter to a small container or shape it into a log using plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate the truffle butter for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the truffle butter at room temperature with your favorite dishes.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 100 per serving || Fat: 11g || Carbohydrates: 0g || Protein: 0g
What I Love About This Recipe?
- The rich and earthy flavor of truffles adds a gourmet touch to simple dishes.
- Making truffle butter at home allows you to adjust the intensity of truffle flavor to your liking.
- Truffle butter can be used to enhance the taste of pasta, risotto, mashed potatoes, and more.
- It adds a luxurious and decadent element to your meals, impressing your guests or loved ones.
- The homemade truffle butter is more cost-effective than store-bought versions and can be stored in the fridge for future use.
What To Avoid While Making this Recipe?
- Avoid using salted butter as it can overpower the delicate truffle flavor.
- Make sure to use high-quality truffle paste or chopped truffles for the best flavor. Low-quality truffle products may lack the intensity you desire.
- Don’t skip the refrigeration step as it allows the flavors to develop and meld together for a more delicious truffle butter.
- Avoid overheating the truffle butter as it can cause the truffle flavor to dissipate. Use it at room temperature for the best taste.
- Store the truffle butter in an airtight container in the fridge to preserve its freshness and flavor for longer periods.