Description
This French Onion Compound Butter elevates any dish with its rich, caramelized onion flavor blended into creamy butter. Perfect for spreading on bread, melting over steaks, or adding a gourmet touch to vegetables, this versatile butter is easy to make at home and packed with savory depth from sweet onions, garlic, and herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
Caramelized Onions
- 1 large sweet yellow onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Compound Butter
- 10 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic (1–2 cloves)
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ⅛ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
- Caramelize the onions: Place the sliced onion, 2 tablespoons of softened unsalted butter, ¼ teaspoon salt, and a pinch of black pepper in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook slowly: Stir the onions frequently and cook for about 45 minutes until they become deeply caramelized and rich brown in color.
- Cool the onions: Remove the skillet from heat and allow the caramelized onions to cool for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Combine ingredients: In a food processor bowl, add the remaining 10 tablespoons of softened butter, cooled caramelized onions, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, chopped parsley, and a pinch each of salt and black pepper.
- Blend the mixture: Pulse the food processor until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and form a smooth compound butter.
- Chill and serve: Transfer the butter to a container and refrigerate until firm and ready to serve, allowing flavors to meld.
Notes
- Using sweet yellow onions enhances the caramelization and adds natural sweetness.
- Worcestershire sauce adds umami depth, but can be omitted or substituted with soy sauce for different dietary needs.
- Store the butter tightly wrapped in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or freeze for longer storage.
- This compound butter pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or toasted baguettes.
- For a smoother consistency, ensure butter and onions are softened to room temperature before blending.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Condiment, Butter
- Method: Caramelizing, Blending
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Protein: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: French onion butter, compound butter recipe, caramelized onion butter, savory butter spread, gourmet butter
