Cowboy Butter Sauce with Steak

When it comes to the perfect accompaniment to a juicy steak, Cowboy Butter Sauce is the answer. This sauce combines the flavors of full-bodied butter, fresh herbs and a subtle freshness of lemons, which turns every steak into a true taste experience. Whether for a barbecue party or a cozy dinner at home – Cowboy Butter Sauce is that little extra that you won’t want to miss. This combination with the selected spices is a real explosion of flavor.

We were particularly impressed with the preparation of the steak BBQ Grill Jimmy by UNOLDwhich with its powerful performance ensures the perfect grill pattern and the ideal core temperature. We would not have expected this from an electric grill, but more about the grill later in the article.

Not only is this sauce easy to prepare, it is also incredibly versatile and goes well with steak or generally quickly cooked meats and vegetables such as grilled broccoli, green asparagus or Pimientos de Padron.

Steak: Of course, the whole cowboy butter sauce only makes sense if you serve it with a decent steak. We really recommend paying attention to the quality of the meat. We chose beef rump here, but you can also choose the cut that suits you. The sauce goes well with not only beef, but also pork or chicken.

Butter: The main protagonist of this sauce is of course the butter, as the name suggests. Make sure to use a high-quality butter, as it forms the foundation of the flavor. It rounds everything off and makes the sauce the star with its creamy consistency.

Lemon peel and juice: Fresh lemon provides a pleasant acidity that balances out the heaviness of the butter. It is best to use an organic lemon, as its peel is free of pesticides and provides an intense, fresh taste. We actually always recommend this when preparing dishes with lemon peel.

Garlic: Freshly chopped garlic is essential for Cowboy Butter Sauce. It adds a strong flavor and a distinctive aroma that harmonizes perfectly with the butter. Make sure to chop the garlic finely so that it is evenly distributed throughout the sauce.

Dijon mustard: The Dijon mustard gives the sauce a subtle spiciness and a slightly nutty note that harmonizes perfectly with the other ingredients. Use a high-quality Dijon mustard to get the full flavor. In addition, the mustard acts as a natural emulsifier and “holds” the sauce together.

Paprika powder: Paprika not only adds a pleasant spiciness and depth, but also a beautiful color to the sauce. For a slightly smokier note, you can also use smoked paprika powder.

Preparing the Cowboy Butter Sauce is relatively straightforward and quick. Make sure to melt the butter over a low heat so that it doesn’t burn. As soon as it’s liquid, you can stir in the remaining ingredients. It’s important that the sauce doesn’t get too hot, otherwise the delicate flavors will be lost and the sauce could curdle. To achieve the ideal consistency, you should stir the sauce constantly while you add the ingredients. As soon as everything is well mixed, the sauce can be served immediately – ideally warm, directly with the steak.

The BBQ Grill Jimmy from UNOLD is the ideal electric grill for preparing a steak to perfection. It can also be used as a stand-alone or table grill and with its impressive power of 2,800 watts it reaches temperatures of up to 300°C to achieve a proper branding, something that most electric grills cannot achieve.

The large grill plate measuring 40 x 35 cm made of non-stick coated aluminum allows for versatile grilling options and is also easy to clean. On the right side of the grill plate you will find a grill pattern, on the left side it is simply smooth. This means you can not only grill on it, but also prepare pancakes, fried eggs or delicate fish fillets on the Jimmy. With its compact dimensions of 64.2 x 84 x 93.5 cm and the robust housing, it is ideal for use on the balcony, terrace or in the kitchen. You can also use it without the feet and place it directly on the table. This way everyone can sit comfortably at the table and grill and eat together.