Delicious Hollandaise Sauce Recipe
Hollandaise sauce, often referred to as a rich and velvety addition to many dishes, can transform your meals into culinary masterpieces. This versatile sauce is not only perfect for pairing with eggs Benedict but also enhances the flavors of roasted veggies and seafood perfectly.
Who wouldn’t want to wake up to a gastronomic delight? Today, I’m sharing my foolproof recipe for making the best Hollandaise sauce at home!
As someone who enjoys working with all-natural ingredients, I love using fresh eggs, real butter, and lemons from my own tree. With a husband who is a fisherman, I relish the opportunity to serve up new and delightful seafood dishes accompanied by this exciting sauce. Now, let’s dive into this easy recipe!
Foolproof Hollandaise Sauce Recipe
Making Hollandaise sauce may seem intimidating, but it can be done effortlessly over a double boiler while whisking continuously. Julia Child popularized the easier blender version, making it accessible for home cooks. If you know how to make mayonnaise, you can definitely master this sauce!
Once your sauce is ready, store it in a mason jar. To keep it warm before serving, just place the jar in a bowl of warm water. It’s the perfect way to enjoy this luxurious addition to your meals.
While it can be stored in the fridge, the truth is that freshly made Hollandaise sauce tastes the best. If you do have leftover sauce from a previous meal, be aware that it solidifies in the fridge. You can revive it by gently warming it and adding a splash of warm water, but nothing beats freshly made!
Importantly, since the sauce contains raw egg yolks, ensure that it’s handled and stored properly. It’s just one more reason to whip it up just before serving!
So Let’s Get to It…
Ingredients:
- 3 Egg Yolks
- 125 g (½ cup) Butter
- ½ Lemon (juiced)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- Hot Sauce (to taste)
Preparation Steps:
Step 1.
Melt the butter over low heat.
Step 2.
In a jar or mixing container suitable for a handheld blender, combine the egg yolks and a squirt of lemon juice.
Step 3.
Pour the melted butter into a container that allows for easy pouring into your jar; a measuring cup works great. You’ll notice that the clarified butter separates, with the solids sinking to the bottom.
Step 4.
Pour a small amount of the warm clarified butter into the jar with your egg yolk mixture and start blending. As you blend, continue to pour in a thin stream of butter. This is vital for achieving that creamy consistency!
Step 5.
You’ll notice the sauce begin to thicken. Blend until you reach your desired thickness. If some butter solids get in there, don’t stress; it’s totally fine.
Step 6.
Taste your delicious sauce and add more lemon juice, salt, or freshly ground pepper as desired. A splash of hot sauce is a fantastic way to elevate the flavor! Feel free to mix in fresh herbs for a unique twist.
Step 7.
Blend until everything is well incorporated, and voilà! Your Hollandaise sauce is ready to serve!
Serving Suggestions
This luscious Hollandaise sauce is phenomenal on:
- Steamed asparagus
- Fish dishes like salmon or trout
- Eggs to create the classic Eggs Benedict
- Roasted veggies or baked potatoes
With its creamy texture and zesty flavor, this sauce will surely impress your guests whether it’s a casual brunch or an elegant dinner party. Enjoy your homemade sauce and let your culinary creativity shine!
Do you have more ideas on how to enjoy your Hollandaise sauce? Let us know in the comments below, and be sure to check out some of our other delicious recipes like homemade lemonade or our tips for homemade hot chocolate. Join our community of food lovers at Homemade Recipes!
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