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Olive Butter Recipe

Transform ordinary meals into culinary masterpieces with this incredibly easy Olive Butter recipe! Just 5 minutes of prep yields a flavorful compound butter perfect for topping bread, meats, vegetables, and more. Imagine the rich, savory taste of olives enhancing your roast lamb, grilled chicken, or even steamed vegetables. This versatile butter adds a gourmet touch to any dish with minimal effort. It's the perfect shortcut to impressive flavor!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 1098.2 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Olive Butter

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Olive Butter

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How to Make Olive Butter

  1. Pit and puree 1 cup of Kalamata olives in a food processor until finely minced. Alternatively, finely mince by hand.
  2. In a food processor or large mixing bowl, combine the pureed olives with 1 cup (2 sticks) of softened unsalted butter, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh oregano, 1/2 teaspoon of lemon zest, and a pinch of sea salt. Process until smooth and creamy, or mix thoroughly with a rubber spatula.
  3. Shape the mixture into a 1 1/2-inch-wide log. Wrap tightly in waxed paper or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm enough to slice. Alternatively, transfer to a small serving bowl for immediate use.
  4. Slice and serve on your favorite breads, meats, vegetables or use as a flavorful spread.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

389g

Carbs

0g

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