Compound butter is a great way to get flavor into a roast chicken. Here's a Thai-inspired version
Recipe information
Yield
Servings
Ingredients
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
2 serrano chiles, seeded if desired, finely chopped
1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Preparation
Step 1
Process all ingredients in a food processor until smooth.
Step 2
DO AHEAD: Butter can be made 5 days ahead. Wrap tightly and chill, or freeze up to 1 month.
