Tarragon Lemon Butter Sauce
Tarragon Lemon Butter Sauce is a delectable and elegant sauce, the perfect choice to accompany fish, chicken or steamed vegetables. The distinctive, slightly anise flavor of tarragon perfectly complements the freshness of lemon and the creamy texture of butter. This sauce is especially popular in French cuisine, where sauce making is a true art. Tip: For a more intense flavor, add a little grated lemon zest at the end.
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Ingredients for this recipe
Servings: 4
100
g
Butter
10
g
Fresh tarragon
2
tbsp
Fresh lemon juice
100
ml
Chicken broth
50
ml
Heavy cream
1
pinch
Salt
1
pinch
Ground white pepper
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Preparation Steps
1
Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat, being careful not to brown it.
2
Add the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Whisk well to combine and create a smooth base.
3
Stir in the lemon juice and heavy cream, then simmer over low heat for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce begins to thicken slightly.
4
Stir in the chopped fresh tarragon and mix thoroughly. Season with salt and white pepper to taste.
5
Continue to simmer for another 2-3 minutes over low heat to allow the flavors to meld.
6
Let cool slightly before serving over grilled fish, chicken, or steamed vegetables.
