Hollandaise Sauce
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
2 mins
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Cook Time
3 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
174 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
French
Hollandaise Sauce
Description
This Hollandaise sauce recipe starts by whisking egg yolks and lemon juice until airy, then gently cooking the mixture over simmering water in a double boiler. Melted unsalted butter is then streamed in slowly while whisking constantly to form a thick, creamy emulsion. The sauce should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon and remain stable without separating. A pinch of salt balances the flavors and brightens the sauce sensation.
The lemon juice contributes a fresh acidity that cuts through the richness of the butter. The careful temperature control prevents the eggs from scrambling while allowing them to thicken. Hollandaise pairs nicely with poached eggs in classic brunch dishes, or drizzled over steamed green vegetables to add indulgent flavor.
Practical tips include adding a little hot water to thin the sauce if it becomes too thick, and increasing lemon zest for a stronger citrus note. The sauce is best served immediately for optimal texture and flavor.
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter unsalted and melted
- 4 egg yolk
- lemon juice of 1
- pinch salt
Instructions
- Heat a saucepan with water to a gentle simmer.
- Add the egg yolks and lemon juice to a heat-safe mixing bowl. Whisk using a hand mixer (or whisk by hand) until the mixture has doubled in volume.
- Place over the boiling water o make a double boiler and cook while whisking, for about 1 minute. Then, very slowly stream in the melted butter while whisking.
- As soon as the sauce comes together, it's ready! It should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon and stay separated. Serve over my Eggs Benedict, asparagus or broccoli.
Notes
- If the sauce thickens too much, whisk in a small amount of hot water to loosen to desired consistency.
- For a more pronounced lemon flavor, add lemon zest alongside the juice during whisking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 174 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 174kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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