Lemon Caper Butter Sauce Recipe
A bright and flavorful Lemon Caper Butter Sauce perfect for enhancing fish, pasta, or chicken dishes. Made with butter, capers, garlic, lemon juice, and fresh parsley, this quick and easy sauce adds a zesty, tangy, and savory touch to your meals.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2-4 servings
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: European
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 50 g slightly salted butter
- 2 Tablespoons capers, crushed
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice (or as needed)
- 1½ Tablespoons garlic, chopped
- 1 Tablespoon parsley, finely chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the Butter: Place a skillet on low-medium heat and once hot, add the butter. Melt the butter gently, making sure it does not brown as the recipe requires a delicate buttery base.
- Add Capers and Garlic: Stir in the crushed capers and chopped garlic to the melted butter, cooking and stirring for about 1-2 minutes until the garlic softens but does not brown.
- Add Lemon Juice and Parsley: Mix in the lemon juice and finely chopped parsley. Stir thoroughly to combine the flavors. Add salt and black pepper to taste, if desired.
- Simmer and Meld Flavors: Let the sauce simmer gently for about 1 minute, stirring occasionally, so all the ingredients meld together beautifully.
- Serve Immediately: Remove from heat and serve the sauce right away with freshly cooked fish, pasta, or chicken for a bright and flavorful finish.
Notes
- This recipe serves 2 to 4 people depending on serving size.
- Do not brown the butter; it should melt gently to keep the sauce delicate.
- Add salt and pepper cautiously, as capers are naturally salty.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
- The sauce is best served immediately to maintain its vibrant taste.
Find it online: https://flavorspath.com/lemon-caper-butter-sauce-recipe/
