Continental Lemon Sauce
Elevate your culinary creations with this elegant and flavorful Continental Lemon Sauce, a velvety blend of fresh citrus and creamy richness. Perfectly balanced with the zest and juice of fresh lemons, this gourmet sauce features unsalted butter and a smooth roux base, enriched with chicken or vegetable stock and heavy cream for a luxurious texture. Seasoned with a hint of salt and black pepper, it’s topped with an optional sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant finishing touch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile lemon sauce pairs beautifully with grilled fish, roasted chicken, steamed veggies, or even your favorite pasta dishes. Whether you're crafting a Mediterranean-inspired meal or adding a tangy twist to a classic dish, this Continental Lemon Sauce is a must-try addition to your recipe repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Chicken or vegetable stock
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
Melt the unsalted butter in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
Once the butter has melted, add the all-purpose flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to form a smooth roux. Do not let it brown.
Gradually pour in the chicken or vegetable stock while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue whisking until the mixture is smooth and starts to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, mixing well.
Add the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest, stirring to combine. Let the sauce simmer for another 3-4 minutes until it thickens further.
Season the sauce with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
If desired, stir in the fresh parsley for added color and flavor.
Remove the sauce from the heat and serve warm. Drizzle it over steamed vegetables, baked chicken, grilled fish, or pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
891 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.8 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.1 g | 260% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 244 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 2089 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 142 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
