No Fail Microwave Hollandaise Sauce
Master the art of making delicious hollandaise sauce in minutes with this foolproof recipe for No Fail Microwave Hollandaise Sauce! Perfect for eggs Benedict, steamed vegetables, or grilled fish, this creamy and velvety sauce comes together effortlessly using just a microwave and a handful of simple ingredients. Featuring buttery richness, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of optional cayenne or paprika, this recipe simplifies the traditionally tricky hollandaise with step-by-step microwaving to ensure no scrambling and perfect consistency every time. Ready in just 10 minutes, this quick and easy hollandaise sauce is a game-changer for both beginner and seasoned cooks alike, delivering gourmet flavor with zero stress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 113 grams Unsalted butter
- 3 large Egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Water
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 pinch Cayenne pepper or paprika (optional)
Instructions
Cut the unsalted butter into small cubes and set aside.
In a microwave-safe glass bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, fresh lemon juice, water, and a pinch of salt until fully combined.
Microwave the mixture on high for 15 seconds, then whisk vigorously to prevent the eggs from scrambling.
Repeat the process of microwaving for 10-second intervals, whisking thoroughly after each session, until the mixture begins to thicken slightly (about 3-4 intervals).
Immediately add a few cubes of butter to the warmed egg mixture and whisk until melted and incorporated.
Continue adding the remaining butter a few cubes at a time, whisking constantly until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
If the sauce becomes too thick, whisk in an additional tablespoon of water, one teaspoon at a time, to reach the desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning by adding an extra pinch of salt or a dash of cayenne pepper/paprika if preferred.
Serve immediately over your favorite dish. If needed, rewarm gently in the microwave at 50% power for 10-15 seconds, whisking to restore smoothness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1005 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.1 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.4 g | 307% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 804 mg | 268% | |
| Sodium | 182 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.2 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 9.4 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 98 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| 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.
