Mustard Caper Sauce
Elevate your dishes with this luxurious Mustard Caper Sauce—an irresistible blend of tangy Dijon mustard, briny capers, and a creamy, buttery base. Perfectly balanced with a splash of fresh lemon juice and a touch of garlic, this versatile sauce is ideal for drizzling over flaky fish, succulent chicken, or roasted vegetables. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy recipe combines classic French-inspired techniques, like creating a roux, with bold flavors for a restaurant-quality finish. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, and watch this sauce transform your meals into an elegant feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 1.5 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Capers, drained and roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Melt the unsalted butter in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the saucepan and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant but not browned.
Sprinkle the flour into the saucepan and whisk continuously for 1 minute to form a roux.
Slowly pour in the chicken or vegetable broth while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, capers, and lemon juice. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is smooth and thickened to your liking.
Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Remove the saucepan from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve warm over fish, chicken, roasted vegetables, or your favorite dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
710 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.3 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.1 g | 190% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 182 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 2464 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 3.5 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 47 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| 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.
