Orange Bearnaise Sauce

This vibrant Orange Bearnaise Sauce offers a delightful twist on classic French preparations, combining the brightness of fresh orange juice with the herbal notes of tarragon and chervil. The sauce features a smooth, velvety texture achieved by tempering a cornstarch-thickened base into cool yogurt, creating a light yet rich coating for your dishes. It pairs beautifully with grilled chicken, steamed fish, or roasted vegetables, adding a sophisticated layer of flavor without the heaviness of traditional butter-based sauces. Easy to prepare with pantry staples, this vegetarian-friendly condiment brings a touch of elegance to everyday weeknight dinners or special occasion meals alike.

Cooking Method: Boiling, Microwave

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 16

Calories: 367.6

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

This vibrant Orange Bearnaise Sauce offers a delightful twist on classic French preparations, combining the brightness of fresh orange juice with the herbal notes of tarragon and chervil. The sauce features a smooth, velvety texture achieved by tempering a cornstarch-thickened base into cool yogurt, creating a light yet rich coating for your dishes. It pairs beautifully with grilled chicken, steamed fish, or roasted vegetables, adding a sophisticated layer of flavor without the heaviness of traditional butter-based sauces. Easy to prepare with pantry staples, this vegetarian-friendly condiment brings a touch of elegance to everyday weeknight dinners or special occasion meals alike.

Ingredients

1/2 cups Cold water
1 tablespoons Cornstarch
1/4 cups Margarine
1 tablespoons Orange juice
1 tablespoons Finely chopped onion
1/4 teaspoons Dried chervil
1/4 teaspoons Dried tarragon
1/8 teaspoons Salt
3 drops Yellow food color
1/3 cups Plain nonfat yogurt

Directions

1
In a small bowl, whisk together the cold water and cornstarch until completely smooth and free of lumps.
2
In a 1-quart nonstick saucepan, combine the cornstarch mixture, margarine, orange juice, finely chopped onion, dried chervil, dried tarragon, salt, and yellow food color.
3
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir constantly with a whisk or spatula.
4
Continue stirring until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle boil.
5
Once boiling, continue to boil and stir for exactly 1 minute to cook out the raw starch flavor.
6
Remove the saucepan from the heat immediately.
7
Place the plain nonfat yogurt in a separate small bowl.
8
Beat the yogurt vigorously with a fork until it is smooth and well-aerated.
9
While continuing to beat the yogurt constantly with the fork, slowly pour the hot sauce mixture into the yogurt in a thin stream.
10
Continue beating until the sauce is fully combined, creamy, and smooth.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 16

Amount Per Serving
Calories 367.6kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10.5g17%
Saturated Fat 3.4g17%
Cholesterol 0.2mg1%
Sodium 776.6mg33%
Total Carbohydrate 68.2g23%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
Sugars 62.1g
Protein 1.2g3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Storage: Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat, stirring frequently, or microwave in 15-second intervals.

Microwave Method: To make this in the microwave, reduce the water by 1 tablespoon. Whisk water and cornstarch in a 2-cup microwavable measure. Stir in all ingredients except yogurt. Microwave uncovered on high for 2 minutes 30 seconds to 3 minutes 30 seconds, stirring every minute, until thickened. Temper into the yogurt as described in the main directions.

Ingredient Variations: For a richer flavor, you can substitute regular butter for margarine. Fresh tarragon or chervil can be used in place of dried; use 1 tablespoon of fresh herbs for every 1 teaspoon of dried.

Serving Suggestion: This sauce is excellent drizzled over grilled chicken breast, salmon fillets, or steamed asparagus.

Keywords: orange, bearnaise, sauce, yogurt, tarragon, chervil, citrus, vegetarian, gravy, condiment, chicken, fish, creamy, tangy, herb, stovetop, microwave, quick, easy, dinner, side

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