Brittany Edwards
@briedwvibes
Classic Rich Hollandaise Sauce
This rich and creamy hollandaise sauce is a classic French sauce made with egg yolks, butter, and lemon juice. Perfect for drizzling over eggs benedict, vegetables, or fish, it adds a luxurious touch to any dish.
Details
- Cuisine:french
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:easy
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:5
- Views:6
Recipe Information
- Prep time10 min.
- Cook time10 min.
- Total time20 min.
- Servings6
Ingredients
- 4
- 2 teaspoons, divided
- 10 tablespoons
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 1 pinch
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Classic Rich Hollandaise Sauce.
Step 1
To start making your delicious hollandaise sauce, fill a small pot with about 2 inches of water and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Step 2
While the water is heating, grab a medium heatproof bowl and whisk together the egg yolks and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
Step 3
Once the water is simmering, carefully place the bowl over the pot, making sure the bottom of the bowl doesn’t touch the water.
Step 4
This gentle heat is key! Keep whisking constantly, moving the bowl on and off the heat as needed, until the mixture thickens, turns a lovely light yellow, and doubles in volume.
Step 5
You’ll know it’s ready when it’s thick enough to leave a ribbon when you lift the whisk.
Step 6
Now, it’s time to add the melted butter.
Step 7
Drizzle it in slowly, just a few drops at a time, while whisking continuously.
Step 8
As the mixture starts to thicken, add the remaining lemon juice in two batches, whisking until all the butter is fully incorporated and the sauce is silky smooth.
Step 9
To finish, whisk in a pinch of kosher salt and a dash of cayenne pepper for a little kick.
Step 10
Serve your hollandaise sauce right away for the best flavor and texture, and enjoy the rich, buttery goodness that elevates any dish!.