Norwegian Butter Sauce Recipe
The Norwegian Butter Sauce Recipe is a delightful condiment that adds a rich and creamy touch to any dish. Its smooth texture and savory taste make it a versatile addition to various recipes.
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Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 204 kcal
Equipment
- Saucepan: Used to melt the butter and prepare the sauce.
- Measuring spoons: Used to measure the lemon juice, white vinegar, and herbs accurately.
- Knife: Used to chop the fresh herbs.
- Cutting board: Used as a surface for chopping the herbs.
- Stirring spoon: Used to mix and incorporate the ingredients while cooking.
- Serving dish: Used to present and serve the Norwegian Butter Sauce.
- Small bowls: Used for individual portions of the sauce during serving.
- Ladle: Used to pour the sauce over dishes evenly.
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter unsalted
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dill chopped
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
Melt the butter:
- Cut the unsalted butter into small cubes.
- Place the butter cubes in a saucepan.
- Set the saucepan over low heat.
- Stir the butter occasionally until completely melted.
- Be careful not to let the butter brown or burn.
- Remove the saucepan from heat once the butter is melted.
Add lemon juice and vinegar:
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice to obtain 1 tablespoon.
- Measure 1 tablespoon of white vinegar.
- Pour the lemon juice and vinegar into the melted butter.
- Stir well to combine the ingredients.
- The acidity from lemon juice and vinegar adds a tangy flavor to the sauce.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice and vinegar to taste.
Incorporate fresh herbs:
- Finely chop fresh dill and parsley.
- Measure 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh dill.
- Measure 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley.
- Add the chopped herbs to the saucepan.
- Stir gently to distribute the herbs evenly.
- The fresh herbs will infuse the sauce with their aromatic flavors.
Season with salt and pepper:
- Sprinkle a pinch of salt into the sauce.
- Grind fresh black pepper over the sauce to taste.
- Stir well to incorporate the seasonings.
- Taste the sauce and adjust the salt and pepper as desired.
- Remember to add the seasonings gradually and taste along the way.
- he salt and pepper enhance the overall flavor profile of the sauce.
Simmer and thicken the sauce:
- Return the saucepan to low heat.
- Let the sauce simmer gently for about 5 minutes.
- Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- The sauce will thicken slightly during this process.
- Simmer until the desired consistency is achieved.
- Keep in mind that the sauce will continue to thicken upon cooling.
Serve warm:
- Once the sauce reaches the desired consistency, remove it from heat.
- Allow the sauce to cool slightly, but serve it warm.
- Norwegian Butter Sauce is best served immediately.
- Pour the sauce over your desired dish.
- Use it as a dipping sauce or drizzle it over seafood or meat.
- Enjoy the rich and creamy flavors of the Norwegian Butter Sauce!
Notes
Use room temperature butter for easier melting and incorporation.
Squeeze fresh lemon juice just before adding it to the sauce.
Finely chop the herbs to ensure even distribution and enhance flavor.
Adjust the amount of lemon juice and vinegar based on personal preference.
Keep an eye on the sauce while simmering to prevent it from boiling over.
If the sauce thickens too much upon cooling, gently reheat and add a splash of warm water to adjust consistency.
Nutrition
Calories: 204kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.2g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 183mg | Potassium: 12mg | Fiber: 0.02g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 755IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.04mg
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