CHARRED SPRING ONION AND SESAME-CHILE BUTTER

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Charred Spring Onion and Sesame-Chile Butter image

Japanese shichimi togarashi is a blend of seven seasonings including chile, orange zest, and sesame seeds that can be found at Asian grocers.

Provided by Andrew Knowlton

Categories     Bon Appétit     Condiment/Spread     Condiment     Butter     Green Onion/Scallion     Summer     Chile Pepper

Yield Makes about 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 spring onions
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons shichimi togarashi or 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature

Steps:

  • Prepare a grill for medium-high heat. Toss onions with oil on a rimmed baking sheet; season with salt and black pepper. Grill until lightly charred and wilted, about 3 minutes (extra-large bulbs will take a little longer). Let cool; finely chop.
  • Mix onions, shichimi togarashi, and red pepper flakes into butter in a small bowl; season with salt and black pepper.
  • Do Ahead
  • Butter can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before using.

Eatelle Fourie
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Overall, I thought this recipe was just okay. It's not something I would make again.


Riyad Miya
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I would have liked more instructions on how to char the spring onions.


Hager Rageb
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my butter didn't turn out as flavorful as I expected.


Cong nghe cao Pham
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This butter is a little too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it.


Zandile Khobo
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I've never made anything like this before, but it turned out great! I'm definitely going to make it again.


Prabesh Poudel
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I made this butter for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Azhar Mushtaq
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This butter is so versatile! I've used it on everything from chicken to fish to vegetables. It's always a hit.


Danish Jamil
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I'm not a huge fan of spicy food, but I found this butter to be just the right amount of heat. It has a nice kick without being overpowering.


Mandy&Marc Willis
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The charred flavor of the spring onions is really unique and delicious. It adds a nice smoky depth of flavor to the butter.


Sharjeel Nawaz
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I always have spring onions and sesame seeds on hand, so it's a great way to use up leftovers.


Aboyade Tolulope Turayo
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This charred spring onion and sesame chile butter is amazing! It's so flavorful and versatile. I used it on grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, and even in a stir-fry. It was delicious every time.