Best 8 Spicy Chile Butter Recipes

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When life gives you an abundance of spicy peppers, you make spicy chile butter! Luckily, creating this versatile pantry staple doesn't require a bumper crop of peppers; you can use store-bought or garden-fresh peppers. You can also adjust the heat level to your liking simply by choosing milder or spicier peppers. This zesty compound butter makes a great addition to garlic bread, corn on the cob, and roasted potatoes or vegetables. It also can be used as a marinade for chicken and pork, or as a flavorful spread for sandwiches.

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MEXICAN CHILI BUTTER



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Use this butter on chicken breasts & broil them. Also use on Bread or Bolillos (Mexican buns) or put a dab on your veggies.Great on Hamburger buns or steaks. Many used and it will keep in the freezer for over a month.

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 2/3 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 dried ancho chilies, toasted,seeded,chopped in small pieces or 2 fresh jalapenos, seeded and chopped but they are not as good
1 cup boiling water
1/2 cup butter, at room temperature
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 tso dried oregano

Steps:

  • Place ancho chili in a small bowl and pour the boiling water over it (if using fresh jalapeno omit this step) Drain the chili& place chili in a blender with 1 1/2 tbsp of the soaking water, discard the rest of the soaking water, and process until very smooth, cool completely (with the jalapeno just process until smooth) Beat butter until fluffy.
  • Beat in the garlic& oregano.
  • Graduallybeat in the chili to blend throughly.
  • Mold into a small bowl, cover& refrigerate to firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1305.1, Fat 140.2, SaturatedFat 87.6, Cholesterol 365.9, Sodium 999.8, Carbohydrate 16.2, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 0.2, Protein 5

CHILI BUTTER



Chili Butter image

This spicy butter will instantly give your steak a delicious Southwestern slant. Also try it with your favorite grilled potatoes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 5m

Yield 1/4 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/4 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Dash cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat the butter, chili powder, mustard and cayenne until smooth. Refrigerate until serving. Serve with steak.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 102mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

SPICY CHILE BUTTER



Spicy Chile Butter image

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     quick, condiments, dips and spreads

Time 10m

Yield Enough for a 12- to 14-pound turkey

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 tablespoons unsalted butter (1 1/2 sticks), softened
3 fat garlic cloves, minced to a paste
2 tablespoons chopped sage
1 habanero, Scotch bonnet or serrano chile, seeded and finely chopped
1 tablespoon chipotle chile powder
1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red chile flakes

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mash together all the ingredients until smooth. Chill for up to two weeks before using.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 220, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 42 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 1 gram

CORN WITH CHILE-LIME BUTTER



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Provided by Aarón Sánchez

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 stick unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
Juice of 1 lime
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for topping
1 tablespoon rocoto chile paste (available in jars at Latin markets)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
8 ears corn, husks and silk removed
Crumbled cotija cheese, for topping

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill to medium high. Combine the butter, garlic, lime juice, cilantro, chile paste and cumin in a bowl. Add salt and pepper; mix well.
  • Grill the corn, turning, until nicely charred, 10 to 15 minutes. Serve with a spoonful of the flavored butter on top. Sprinkle with more cilantro and cotija cheese.

GRILLED CORN WITH SPICY CHILI BUTTER



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An easy addition to your barbecue! The recipe comes from Cook's Illustrated Guide to Grilling and Barbecue.

Provided by Lvs2Cook

Categories     Corn

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 tablespoons butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
8 ears corn

Steps:

  • Melt butter in small pan over medium heat. When melted, add garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, and cayenne and cook about 1 minute. Set aside.
  • Prepare the corn by removing all but the innermost layer of the husk. The kernels should be covered but visible through the layer. Use scissors to snip off the silk ends.
  • Grill the corn over medium-hot fire, turning corn every 2 minutes until the dark outlines of the kernels show through the husk and the husk is charred and beginning to peel away from the kernels, about 8-10 minutes.
  • Transfer the corn to a platter. Remove and discard charred husk and silk. Using brush, brush each ear with butter mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.9, Fat 10.3, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 22.9, Sodium 85.1, Carbohydrate 30.2, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 3.8, Protein 4.1

SIRLOIN STEAKS WITH POTATOES AND SPICY CHILI BUTTER



Sirloin Steaks with Potatoes and Spicy Chili Butter image

Categories     Beef     Onion     Potato     Sauté     Steak     Fall     Jalapeño     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, room temperature
1/4 cup minced shallots
2 tablespoons minced seeded jalapeño chilies
2 onions, thinly sliced
3 russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
4 12-ounce sirloin strip steaks, trimmed
Vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Mix first 3 ingredients in small bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon onto plastic wrap; roll into cylinder. Cover; chill at least 3 hours or overnight. Melt 2 tablespoons chili butter in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add onions; sauté until deep golden brown, about 25 minutes. (Can be made 1 day ahead; cover and chill.)
  • Steam potatoes until tender. Cool. Melt 3 tablespoons chili butter in heavy medium skillet over medium heat. Add potatoes; sauté until golden brown, about 8 minutes. Mix onions and parsley into potatoes. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle steaks with salt and pepper. Brush 2 heavy large skillets with oil; heat over high heat. Add 2 steaks to each skillet; cook to desired doneness, about 6 minutes per side for medium rare. Rewarm potato mixture. Spoon onto plates. Top with steaks. Slice remaining chili butter; arrange atop steaks.

SPICY BEEF CHILI



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If you like really spicy beef chili, this is a quick and simple recipe to try. I don't include measurements for some of the spices as they should be to taste (the more, the better for me). I taste the chili throughout the simmering process and add more spice as I go.

Provided by Kavita Davenport

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Beef Chili Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
½ medium onion, chopped
1 pound ground beef
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper, or more to taste
ground black pepper to taste
1 (14.5 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
1 (15 ounce) can chili beans in zesty sauce
1 (15 ounce) can black beans
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 pinch chili powder, or to taste
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan. Add garlic and onion and cook until tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Add beef, crushed red pepper, and black pepper. Cook and stir until beef is browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Drain and discard fat and excess oil.
  • Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, chili beans, black beans, and corn to the saucepan and return to low heat. Add cayenne pepper and chili powder. Season with additional black pepper if desired. Add Worcestershire sauce. Blend well and cover. Simmer, stirring occasionally, 20 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.4 calories, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 47.6 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 10.6 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 1140.8 mg, Sugar 5 g

SPICY CHILE CASSEROLE



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This is a good substitute for chicken enchiladas, and is somewhat spicy.

Provided by Beverly

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup chopped onion
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 ½ cups milk
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
1 ½ cups cubed, cooked chicken meat
10 (6 inch) corn tortillas, cut into strips
1 (8 ounce) package sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • In a medium sauce pan, cook onion in oil over medium heat until soft. Stir in flour. Add broth and milk; cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Stir in chilies and tomatoes.
  • Coat a 9 x 13 inch baking pan with nonstick spray. Place 1 cup sauce in bottom of pan. Layer half the chicken, half the tortilla strips, and 1 1/4 cups sauce. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Top casserole with shredded cheese.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 40 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 calories, Carbohydrate 23.1 g, Cholesterol 52.7 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 526.1 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh chiles: Fresh chiles have a brighter flavor and more heat than dried chiles. If you can't find fresh chiles, you can use dried chiles, but soak them in hot water for 30 minutes before using to rehydrate them.
  • Choose the right type of chile: There are many different types of chiles, each with its own unique flavor and heat level. For this recipe, we recommend using a mild to medium-heat chile, such as a poblano or Anaheim chile. If you want a spicier butter, you can use a hotter chile, such as a jalapeño or habanero chile.
  • Roast the chiles before using: Roasting the chiles brings out their flavor and makes them easier to peel and chop. To roast the chiles, place them on a baking sheet and broil them for 5-7 minutes per side, or until they are blackened and blistered. Once the chiles are roasted, let them cool slightly before peeling and chopping them.
  • Use unsalted butter: Unsalted butter is best for this recipe because it allows you to control the amount of salt in the butter. If you use salted butter, you may find that the butter is too salty.
  • Let the butter cool before using: Once you have made the chile butter, let it cool completely before using it. This will allow the flavors to meld and the butter to firm up.

Conclusion:

Chile butter is a versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of dishes. It can be used to add flavor to grilled meats, vegetables, and seafood. It can also be used as a spread on sandwiches or crackers. No matter how you use it, chile butter is sure to add a delicious kick to your meals.

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