How to make a Butter Board

Ingredients

• 250 g Unsalted Butter (softened at room temperature)
• 1 tsp Red Chili Flakes (adjust to heat preference)
• 1 tbsp Flaky Sea Salt (generously sprinkle)
• zest of 1 organic lemon Lemon Zest (finely grated)
• 2 tsp Liquid Honey (drizzle on butter)
• 0.5 tsp Dried Oregano (sprinkle over butter)
• 3 cloves Garlic (thinly sliced)
• 0.5 medium Onion (thinly sliced with mandolin)
• 1 sprig Fresh Rosemary (leaves stripped, lightly roasted)
• 5 leaves Fresh Basil Leaves (whole leaves for garnish)
• a few sprigs Edible Flowers (optional garnish)
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil (for sautéing garlic)
• a pinch Freshly Ground Black Pepper (final seasoning)
• 8 slices Artisan Sourdough Bread (for serving, toasted if desired)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

   Set the oven to 150°C (300°F) and allow it to preheat.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 150°C

2. Roast Rosemary

   Place the rosemary sprig on a baking sheet and roast for 2 minutes, then remove and strip the leaves.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: 150°C

3. Zest the Lemon

   Using a fine‑grated zester, zest the lemon, collecting the strands into a small bowl.

   Time: PT2M

4. Slice Garlic

   Thinly slice the three garlic cloves using a mandolin or a sharp knife.

   Time: PT3M

5. Slice Onion

   Halve the onion, then slice it thinly with the mandolin; separate the rings.

   Time: PT2M

6. Heat Skillet

   Place the skillet over medium‑high heat (about 140°C / 280°F) and add the olive oil.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: 140°C

7. Crisp Garlic

   Add the garlic slices to the hot oil and fry until golden and crisp, about 5 minutes. Remove with tongs and drain on paper towels.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 140°C

8. Assemble Butter Board

   Place the softened butter on a pretty serving board. Generously sprinkle flaky sea salt, lemon zest, drizzle honey, add red chili flakes, garlic crisps, roasted rosemary leaves, dried oregano, a pinch of black pepper, onion rings, basil leaves, and edible flowers.

   Time: PT5M

9. Serve

   Arrange sliced artisan sourdough bread alongside the butter board. Let guests spread the butter onto the bread and enjoy.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

470

Protein

2 g

Carbohydrates

12 g

Fat

44 g

Fiber

1 g