Norwegian Lemon Butter Sauce
Elevate your culinary creations with this luxurious Norwegian Lemon Butter Sauce, a velvety blend of rich unsalted butter, zesty fresh lemon juice, and a touch of dry white wine. Perfectly balanced with creamy undertones from heavy cream and a subtle kick of white pepper, this sauce offers a delicate yet flavorful finish. Finely minced shallots add a savory depth, while the slow whisking technique ensures a smooth, emulsified texture. Ideal for drizzling over poached salmon, grilled fish, or steamed vegetables, this versatile sauce is a Nordic-inspired delight that transforms even the simplest dishes into an elegant feast. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, this quick and easy recipe is your go-to for adding a gourmet touch to your meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 1 small Shallot, finely minced
- 75 milliliters White wine (dry)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons White pepper
Instructions
Prepare all your ingredients by finely mincing the shallot and juicing the lemon.
In a small saucepan, add the minced shallot and the white wine. Simmer over medium heat until the liquid is reduced by half, approximately 5-7 minutes.
Lower the heat to medium-low. Stir in the heavy cream and let it gently heat for 1-2 minutes.
Gradually whisk in the unsalted butter, one cube at a time, ensuring each piece is fully melted and incorporated before adding the next. Do not allow the mixture to boil.
Once all the butter is incorporated, add the lemon juice, salt, and white pepper, whisking until the sauce is smooth and emulsified.
Strain the sauce through a fine mesh sieve into a clean bowl or serving vessel to remove the shallot pieces, if desired.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with a pinch of salt or white pepper, if necessary.
Serve the Norwegian Lemon Butter Sauce warm over grilled fish, poached salmon, steamed vegetables, or your dish of choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1279 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 138.7 g | 178% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.0 g | 405% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 362 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 1217 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.7 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 47 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 179 mg | 4% | |
*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.
