This traditional Hollandaise sauce offers a luxurious, velvety texture with a bright, tangy finish from fresh lemon juice. It is the quintessential accompaniment for Eggs Benedict, steamed asparagus, or poached fish. The sauce relies on a careful balance of heat and emulsion to achieve its smooth consistency. While it requires patience to whisk the egg yolks and melted butter together without curdling, the result is a rich, golden sauce that elevates simple dishes into restaurant-quality meals. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor, ensuring your main components are warm to prevent the sauce from cooling too quickly.
Hollandaise Sauce 2
Description
This traditional Hollandaise sauce offers a luxurious, velvety texture with a bright, tangy finish from fresh lemon juice. It is the quintessential accompaniment for Eggs Benedict, steamed asparagus, or poached fish. The sauce relies on a careful balance of heat and emulsion to achieve its smooth consistency. While it requires patience to whisk the egg yolks and melted butter together without curdling, the result is a rich, golden sauce that elevates simple dishes into restaurant-quality meals. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor, ensuring your main components are warm to prevent the sauce from cooling too quickly.Ingredients
Directions
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Melt the butter and set aside, keeping it warm but not hot.
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Place egg yolks and lemon juice in the top of a double boiler over simmering water.
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Whisk constantly until the mixture thickens and becomes pale in color.
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Slowly drizzle in the warm melted butter while whisking continuously to form an emulsion.
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Once all butter is incorporated, remove from heat.
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Stir in salt and pepper to taste.
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If the sauce is too thick, whisk in a teaspoon of warm water to adjust consistency.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 438.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 38.4g60%
- Saturated Fat 19.1g96%
- Cholesterol 604.5mg202%
- Sodium 226.4mg10%
- Total Carbohydrate 17.8g6%
- Dietary Fiber 6.2g25%
- Sugars 2.5g
- Protein 11.8g24%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
