Parsley Sauce
Brighten up your meals with this classic Parsley Sauce, a rich and velvety condiment bursting with fresh, herbaceous flavor. Made with finely chopped fresh parsley, creamy milk, and a touch of zesty lemon juice, this versatile sauce is crafted from a simple roux base that guarantees silky smoothness every time. Perfect as a topping for fish, chicken, or steamed vegetables, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal addition to weeknight dinners or special occasions. With its balance of buttery richness and vibrant, tangy notes, this homemade Parsley Sauce will elevate any dish and leave your taste buds delighted.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 50 grams fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 30 grams butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 250 milliliters milk
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoons lemon juice
Instructions
Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat.
Once the butter has melted, stir in the flour to make a smooth paste (a roux), cooking for 1 to 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
Gradually add the milk while continuously whisking to create a smooth sauce. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and begins to simmer.
Stir in the finely chopped parsley, salt, and pepper, mixing well to combine.
Allow the sauce to cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally to infuse the parsley flavor.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the lemon juice.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Serve immediately over your preferred dish, or keep warm until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
432 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.8 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.0 g | 85% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 94 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1467 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.8 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.3 g | ||
| Protein | 12.1 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 448 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 899 mg | 19% | |
*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.
