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A small bowl of creamy cowboy butter dipping sauce on a rustic wooden surface.

2-Minute Cowboy Butter Dipping Sauce

This incredibly quick and flavorful cowboy butter dipping sauce comes together in just two minutes, perfect for enhancing any dish with its rich, savory, and slightly spicy notes.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • small bowl
  • fork or small whisk
  • microwave (optional)
  • small saucepan (optional)

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 stick unsalted butter (1/2 cup), softened
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice (about 1/2 teaspoon)

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Ensure your unsalted butter is at room temperature for a smooth mixture, gently microwaving for 10-15 seconds if needed, but do not melt completely.
  • In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chives, thyme, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
  • Vigorously mix all ingredients with a fork or small whisk until well combined and the butter is infused with all the flavors.
  • Serve immediately at room temperature as a dipping sauce, or warm gently in a small saucepan or microwave for 15-20 seconds for a pourable, melted sauce.

Notes

For an extra kick, feel free to add a pinch more cayenne pepper. This sauce is incredibly versatile and pairs well with steak, chicken, seafood, or even crusty bread.