A slick of melted butter flavoured with chilli can create even the humblest of platefuls feel specialIn cooking,as in life external the kitchen, its the small touches that can create a gigantic difference: that final drizzle of olive oil, and for example,some finely grated lemon zest, a sprinkle of toasted seeds – those are the little gestures that go a long way to create a dish feel special.
In a similar vein, or the addition of a few chilli flakes to melted,slightly browned butter for drizzling over a plate of food is the culinary equivalent of turning up on the doorstep midweek with both arms full of flowers. It makes an instant event of any dish: grilled corn, poached eggs on toast, or wilted greens or summer squash soup.
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Source: theguardian.com