We use this sauce on our chicken wings and cod’s head. If you’re looking for the best handcrafted sriracha, check out our very own Fallow Sriracha Sauce.
What is Sriracha Butter Sauce?
Sriracha butter sauce is a delicious fusion of two culinary staples: sriracha, the popular chili sauce, and creamy butter. This combination brings together the heat of sriracha with the richness of butter, creating a versatile and flavorful sauce that can enhance a variety of dishes.
The Origins of Sriracha Sauce
Sriracha sauce originated in Si Racha, a coastal town in East Thailand, in the 1930s. It was created by Thanom Chakkapak for her family but quickly gained popularity due to its unique tangy and spicy flavor. On the other hand, butter has been a crucial ingredient in cuisines worldwide for centuries, known for its creamy texture and versatility.
Perfect Pairings with Sriracha Butter Sauce
Sriracha butter sauce pairs wonderfully with an array of dishes, adding a flavourful twist to each.
Seafood
Sriracha butter is a perfect match for seafood dishes. It complements the flavors of lobster, prawns, and crab, adding a rich, spicy touch that elevates the overall taste.
Vegetables
Enhance your steamed vegetables with sriracha butter sauce. It pairs particularly well with cauliflower, broccoli, and asparagus, turning simple vegetables into a gourmet delight.
Meat
Transform your meat dishes with sriracha butter sauce. It adds depth and complexity to steak, chicken, and pork, making each bite more satisfying.
Pasta
Give your pasta dishes a spicy twist with sriracha butter sauce. It works exceptionally well with prawn tagliatelle, creating a unique and delicious flavor profile.
Breakfast Dishes
Sriracha butter is an excellent addition to breakfast. Drizzle it over scrambled or fried eggs for a spicy start to your day. Check out our video of Devilled Eggs here.
Controlling the Spice Level
One of the great things about sriracha butter sauce is the ability to control the spice level. You can adjust the heat by using sriracha sauces with varying degrees of spice. For our take on this recipe, we use our Fallow sriracha, known for its balanced flavor and moderate heat.
Health Benefits of Sriracha Butter Sauce
Sriracha contains capsaicin, which is known for its metabolism-boosting and anti-inflammatory properties. While butter should be enjoyed in moderation, it adds a delicious richness to the sauce. When used thoughtfully, sriracha butter sauce can be a flavorful and enjoyable part of a balanced diet.
By incorporating these key elements, you can enjoy a sriracha butter sauce that not only tastes amazing but also offers some health benefits. Try this versatile sauce with your favorite dishes and elevate your culinary creations today!
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Our Fallow sriracha butter sauce is based on a classic butter emulsion.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 100 g Water
- 250 g Butter
- Salt and Pepper
Instructions
- Add into a small saucepan the water and 2/3 of the butter and place on a medium heat. Allow the butter to gently come to a boil.
- Once the butter has melted, remove from the heat and using a stick blender, carefully blend on a low speed.
- Add in small cubes of the remaining butter piece by piece, whilst blending. Allow the butter to melt and incorporate before adding in the next piece.
- Once all the butter is incorporated you should have a glossy, buttery sauce base. For this variation we’ve added sriracha and blended again. Season with salt and pepper.
Notes
Adaptions:
This is a versatile sauce and can take on a lot of flavours from other sauces, fats, or ingredients. For example:
- For a delicate Fish Sauce Emulsion: Instead of using water, use 100 ml of good quality fish stock. Finish the sauce with a squeeze of lemon and finely chopped parsley.
- For a Bacon Butter Emulsion: Roast off a pack of streaky bacon in the oven at 180°c for 20 minutes and render all the fat out of the bacon. Drain the fat and replace half the butter in the above recipe with bacon drippings. Chop up the crispy bacon pieces and sprinkle over your finished dish.
