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Perfect Homemade Hollandaise Sauce Recipe

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Homemade hollandaise sauce is a rich and creamy French classic, perfect for elevating eggs, vegetables, or seafood. With a velvety texture and tangy lemon flavor, this easy recipe ensures flawless results every time.

Ingredients

3 large egg yolks

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and kept warm

Pinch of cayenne pepper

Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Fill a saucepan with about an inch of water and bring it to a gentle simmer. Place a heatproof bowl over the saucepan, ensuring the bottom of the bowl doesn’t touch the water.
  2. In the heatproof bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and lemon juice until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened.
  3. Place the bowl over the simmering water. Continuously whisk the egg mixture until it becomes pale and thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. Be careful to keep the heat low to prevent the eggs from scrambling.
  4. Slowly drizzle the warm melted butter into the egg mixture while whisking constantly. Continue until all the butter is incorporated and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  5. Remove the bowl from the heat. Stir in a pinch of cayenne pepper and salt to taste. If the sauce is too thick, you can thin it with a teaspoon of warm water.
  6. Serve immediately, drizzling over eggs Benedict, steamed asparagus, or your favorite vegetables.

Notes

If the sauce becomes too thick, whisk in a teaspoon of warm water or more melted butter until you reach the desired consistency.

For a cheesy twist, add freshly grated Parmesan or Gruyère cheese.

If you prefer a vegan version, substitute the egg yolks with silken tofu or use aquafaba as a base.

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