Hollandaise Sauce

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Gather all ingredients.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Whisk egg yolks in a small heavy saucepan until light lemon yellow and slightly thickened, about 1 minute. Whisk in1 to 1½ tablespoons lemon juice, depending on how tart you like your sauce.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Add 2 tablespoons cold butter to egg mixture. Place the pan over very low heat and whisk constantly until butter melts and mixture thickens enough to see the bottom of the pan between strokes. (If the mixture starts to thicken too quickly or look grainy, remove it from the heat and whisk in 1 teaspoon cold water.)'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Remove the pan from heat. Whisk in remaining cold butter, 1 tablespoon at a time, until incorporated and smooth.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Gradually whisk in the melted butter, adding just a few drops at first, then a slow, steady stream. Keep whisking vigorously to create a thick, smooth sauce. (If sauce becomes too thick, whisk in 1 teaspoon warm water at a time until you reach the desired consistency.)'}

6. 6

   {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Season with salt and white pepper to taste. Serve immediately.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (4 servings total)

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