Classic Beurre Blanc Sauce

This classic French sauce is a creamy, buttery delight that can be used to top fish, vegetables, and more.

Cooking Equipment:

Small saucepan; Whisk; Spoon/Spatula

Preparation Time:

10 minutes

Cooking Time:

Total Time:

20 minutes

Cuisine:

French

Keywords:

Beurre Blanc, French Sauce, Butter Sauce

Meal:

Sauce

Cooking Method:

Simmering

Dietary Restrictions:

Vegetarian

Servings:

Ingredients:

60g of butter, cubed and chilled

2 tablespoons of white wine vinegar or white wine

1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 teaspoon of minced shallot or onion

Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions:

In a small saucepan over medium heat, add the white wine vinegar or white wine and shallot or onion. Simmer for about 5 minutes until the liquid has reduced by half.

Add the lemon juice and simmer for another minute.

Reduce the heat to low and add the cubed butter one piece at a time while whisking constantly until all the butter has been incorporated into the sauce.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve immediately over your favorite dish!

Nutrition:

Calories – 200; Fat – 20g; Carbohydrates – 0g; Protein – 0g

This classic French Beurre Blanc sauce is a creamy, buttery delight that can be used to top fish, vegetables, and more! It takes only 10 minutes to prepare this delicious sauce with just a few simple ingredients like butter, white wine vinegar or white wine, lemon juice, shallot or onion, salt and pepper. Serve it hot over your favorite dish for an unforgettable flavor experience!

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Did You Know?

The region of the French Alps is known for its raclette, a melted cheese dish often served with potatoes.