Anchovy-Garlic Butter With Lemon and Parsley

Submitted by TxGriffLover

"This is delicious on halibut steaks, but would also work for other fish. Adapted from America's Test Kitchen. Posted for Summer '09 Comfort Cafe."

 

• Ready In: 5mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Yields: 4 Tablespoons

ingredients

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (1/2 stick)
• 1 anchovy fillet, minced to paste
• 1 garlic clove, pressed through a garlic press (or minced to paste, about 1 teaspoon)
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves, minced
• 1⁄2 teaspoon table salt

directions

1. Beat softened butter with a fork until light and fluffy; stir in remaining ingredients until thoroughly combined.
2. Dollop a portion of butter over pieces of cooked fish, allowing the butter to melt; serve immediately.