Mustard Chive Butter Recipes

BROILED TILAPIA WITH MUSTARD-CHIVE SAUCE

Steps:

• For the fish: Preheat a broiler. Spray a small baking sheet or flameproof baking dish with vegetable oil cooking spray. Set aside.
• Drizzle the tilapia fillets on both sides with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Arrange the fillets in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and broil until cooked through and the flesh flakes easily with a fork, about 6 to 8 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
• For the sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the yogurt, agave nectar, and mustard until smooth. Whisk in the lemon juice and chives. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
• Transfer the tilapia to a serving platter and drizzle with the sauce.

MUSTARD BUTTER

Steps:

• Combine the butter, mustard, garlic, anchovy paste, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix until garlic and anchovy paste are evenly distributed throughout the butter. Serve immediately over warm food or cover and chill until needed.

SALMON WITH CHIVE MUSTARD BUTTER

Steps:

• In a medium size bowl, combine the mustard, orange zest, 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice, salt, pepper, butter, and 3 tablespoons of chives; mix well to blend.
• Preheat oven to 425.
• In a lightly buttered baking dish, place the fillets skin side down. Brush each fillet with the remaining lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Spread about 2-2 1/2 tablespoons of butter mixture over each fillet to coat evenly.
• Bake for about 12 minutes or until done. To check for doneness, insert a thin-bladed knife into the thickest part of the fillet. The flesh should flake and separate easily and there should be no trace of translucence. The fish should be opaque and flaky. Transfer the fish to a warm platter and brush any remaining mustard chive butter over the fish while it is hot. Sprinkle with the remaining chives to garnish. Cut each fillet in half to serve.
• Cooking Times For Fish: As a rule of thumb, you can expect fish to take about 12 minutes per inch to cook through in a preheated 425 oven.

MINT-CHIVE BUTTER

Steps:

• Stir butter in a medium bowl until smooth. Mix in mint, chives, lemon zest, and salt.

BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER WITH LEMON, MUSTARD AND CHIVE BUTTER

Steps:

• Using fork, blend butter, mustard and lemon peel in small bowl. Mix in ­ cup chives. Season with salt and pepper.
• Cook cauliflower in large pot of boiling salted water 2 minutes. Add broccoli and cook until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 3 minutes longer. Drain. Transfer vegetables to bowl of ice water. Drain. (Butter mixture and vegetables can be made 1 day ahead. Cover separately and chill.)
• Combine butter mixture and vegetables in large pot. Toss gently over medium heat until vegetables are heated through and coated with butter mixture, about 5 minutes. Transfer to bowl. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon chives.

MUSTARD AND CHIVE BUTTER GARNISH WITH ASPARAGUS

Steps:

• Fill a medium bowl with ice water, and set aside. Bring 5 cups water to boil in medium saucepan. Add 2 teaspoons kosher salt and asparagus. Cook until tender, 30 to 45 seconds. Using slotted spoon, transfer asparagus to ice water very briefly, remove, and dry on paper towels. Set aside.
• Combine butter, mustard, chives, pepper and a pinch of kosher salt in small bowl, and mix with fork until light and fluffy. Scrape butter onto 6-inch square of plastic wrap, roll tightly into log about 1 inch in diameter, and refrigerate until firm. Thirty minutes before serving, remove butter from refrigerator, slice into four medallions, cover lightly, and set aside.
• Warm blanched asparagus pieces briefly in hot water. Place hot torn toast in 4 small bowls. Drain asparagus, and sprinkle over toast or place in 4 cocktail glasses.
• To assemble, place 2 eggs on top of toast in bowls or in glasses (with toast on the side). Splash with Cognac. Drop butter medallions onto each portion, and serve.

CHICKEN BREASTS WITH CHIVE AND MUSTARD SAUCE

Steps:

• 1. Heat the butter in a wide, heavy-bottomed sauté pan until it begins to melt and foam. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Add the breasts to the pan and brown them on one side, 6 to 8 minutes. Turn them over and cook them until well browned on the other side, about 6 more minutes. The chicken is done when it is firm to the touch and the juices run clear. Transfer the chicken to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.
• 2. Add the shallots to the same pan and sauté until softened but not browned, about 2 minutes. Lower the heat, move the pan away from the flame, lean away from it, and carefully pour in the brandy, taking care not to let it flame. (If it does flame, cover with a pot lid until the brandy cooks out.) Continuing to be mindful of potential flare-ups, return the pan to the stove and let the brandy evaporate over low heat.
• 3. Add the wine to the pan, raise the heat to high, and bring it to a boil. Whisk in the mustard and let reduce for 1 minute. Pour in the broth and cook for 2 to 3 minutes more.
• 4. Stir in the cream and bring just to a boil. Stir in the chives. Return the chicken breasts to the pan and simmer gently until the stock has reduced and thickened slightly, 4 to 5 minutes.
• 5. To serve, put 1 chicken breast in the center of each of 4 plates and spoon some sauce over the top.
• Your Nightly Specials Instead of chicken, use small beefsteaks or pork loin chops. Cooking time will vary based on thickness and desired doneness, but will be about 2 minutes more per side than the chicken.
• For a spicier sauce, add 1 teaspoon hot, dry, English mustard to the sauce along with the Dijon.

MUSTARD-CHIVE BUTTER

Steps:

• Heat oil in skillet, add shallots and garlic; cook until soft, cool.
• Combine all ingredients in a small bowl; mix until combined.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Scrape into the center of a piece of waxed paper and roll into log; refrigerate until firm, use to season grilled meat.