Terrorized Steak Compound Butter

By 1martiniup

Ingredients

• Compound Butter:
• 3 canned anchovy fillets, drained
• 2 small garlic cloves
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter at room temperature
• 1/2 bunch chives, minced

Details

Servings 6

Preparation

Step 1

Use a mortar and pestle to pound together the anchovy, garlic, lemon zest, salt and pepper. When smooth, transfer to a small bowl and stir in the softened butter and chives. Form into a log and refrig
Yields 1/2 cup.
Leftover butter can be stored in the freezer and used tossed on hot noodles, as a topping on grilled or saut ed meats, or spread on bread before toasting in the oven or grilling.