Avocado Steak Topping

Written by
Derrick Riches
Derrick Riches is a grilling and barbecue expert. He has written two cookbooks.
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Derrick Riches
Updated 06/17/19
Avocado Steak Topper
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  • Total: 15 mins
  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 0 mins
  • Servings: 4 to 6 servings
Nutritional Guidelines (per serving)
202 Calories
21g Fat
5g Carbs
1g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings: 4 to 6
Amount per serving
Calories 202
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 21g 27%
Saturated Fat 10g 52%
Cholesterol 41mg 14%
Sodium 200mg 9%
Total Carbohydrate 5g 2%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Protein 1g
Calcium 18mg 1%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
(Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.)

This cool, creamy and refreshing avocado steak topper complements any cut of steak right off the grill. Just dollop right on top and witness the melty, buttery goodness adding extra flavor to the meat. Cut the avocado into chunks or mash for a finer uniformed texture. This steak topper is sure to impress.

Ingredients

  • 1 large ripe avocado (seeded and cut into large chunks)
  • 1/2 cup/120 mL butter (softened)
  • 2 tablespoons/30 mL lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons/30 mL fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon/15 mL fresh chives (chopped)
  • 1/2 teaspoon/2.5 mL salt

Steps to Make It

  1. Place avocado pieces, butter, parsley, lime juice, and salt into a food processor. Pulse until mixture has a nice smooth consistency, but isn't overly processed.  

  2. Remove and place into a bowl, add pepper flakes, and chopped chives.  Stir through.  

  3. You can do this two ways.  You can either spoon  over cooked steaks or form into a compound butter.

  4. To form into a sliceable compound butter, scoop mixture onto a large piece of plastic wrap.  Form into a log shape.  Roll to seal, and twist opposite ends and fold under.  

  5. Place into refrigerator for 2 hours before using.

  6. To use, unwrap plastic wrap and cut into 1/2" to 1" slices.  Place on top of cooked steaks and enjoy.