Charred Scallion Butter

A savory compound butter featuring charred scallions and bright citrus notes from lime. Perfect for melting over steaks, vegetables, or spreading on bread.

8 servings
16 min

Ingredients

  • 2 bunches scallions
  • 2 teaspoons lime zest
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Heat a large cast-iron skillet over high until smoking hot. Add scallions and cook, turning occasionally, until evenly blackened, 8-10 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and let cool; coarsely chop.

    10 min

  2. 2.

    Mix scallions, lime zest, and lime juice into butter in a medium bowl until evely blended; season with salt and pepper.

    5 min

  3. 3.

    Butter can be made 2 weeks ahead. Cover and chill.

    1 min