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Hollandaise sauce with lemon juice

4 servings

15 minutes

Hollandaise sauce is an elegant blend of butter, egg yolks, and lemon juice that creates a silky texture and refined flavor. Its history roots in French cuisine, although the name hints at Dutch traditions. This sauce adds a rich creamy note with a subtle lemon tang to dishes, perfectly complementing fish, vegetables, and classic Eggs Benedict. Warm and gentle, it envelops the ingredients while enhancing their taste; its preparation requires care—yolks must blend smoothly with the butter without overheating. It is an art of balance where each whisk movement defines the final texture. Hollandaise sauce is a true symbol of culinary sophistication that makes any dish more refined and festive.

Hollandaise sauce with lemon juice
Energy value per serving
Calories
266.7kcal
Proteins
3.8grams
Fats
27.6grams
Carbohydrates
0.4grams
Ingredients
4servings
Lemon juice
 
to taste
Butter
100 
g
Cooking steps
  • 1

    Gently mix the yolks in a water bath. Add pepper and a little lemon juice.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Egg yolk: 6 pieces
    2. Ground black pepper:  to taste
    3. Lemon juice:  to taste
  • 2

    Gradually pour melted butter into the yolks, constantly(!) whisking.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Butter: 100 g