Unsalted Butter
Unsalted Butter is a pantry seasoning that can change balance quickly. Add evenly, start with a modest amount, and adjust after tasting.
Identity
Pantry seasoning
Measure carefully and adjust after tasting.
Seasonings can change a dish quickly. Add evenly, keep the amount modest at first, and adjust after tasting instead of committing too much at once.
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Unsalted Butter reference image.

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Used In Recipes
Substitutions
Unsalted Butter -> Olive Oil
2 tablespoons (1 ounce; 30g) unsalted butter or extra-virgin olive oil, plus more oil to sear or grill, if desired
The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.
Source: Smooth and Creamy Polenta
Unsalted Butter -> Plus More Oil to Sear
2 tablespoons (1 ounce; 30g) unsalted butter or extra-virgin olive oil, plus more oil to sear or grill, if desired
The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.
Source: Smooth and Creamy Polenta
Unsalted Butter -> Grill
2 tablespoons (1 ounce; 30g) unsalted butter or extra-virgin olive oil, plus more oil to sear or grill, if desired
The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.
Source: Smooth and Creamy Polenta
Unsalted Butter -> If Desired
2 tablespoons (1 ounce; 30g) unsalted butter or extra-virgin olive oil, plus more oil to sear or grill, if desired
The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.
Source: Smooth and Creamy Polenta