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Classic Hollandaise Sauce

Cultural Context

Hollandaise sauce, a classic French sauce, is believed to have originated in the 17th century. Traditionally served with eggs Benedict, it showcases the art of emulsification, turning simple ingredients into a luxurious sauce. Today, it is celebrated not only in French cuisine but also in various global dishes, often paired with vegetables and fish, making it a versatile staple in many kitchens.

FrenchGBother
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 egg yolks
1 tablespoon lemon juice or white wine vinegar
1 pack of butter (quantity not specified)
salt
pepper

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil offers a lighter flavor and reduces saturated fat.

egg yolks

🥗Healthier: silken tofu

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Silken tofu provides a vegan option with a creamy texture.

1

Remove the yolks from 2 eggs and place them in a heatproof glass bowl.

2

Set the bowl over a pan with about an inch of water, ensuring the water does not touch the eggs.

3

Add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white wine vinegar to the egg yolks and whisk until fluffy and pale, about a couple of minutes.

4

Melt a pack of butter in a separate pan.

5

Slowly add the melted butter to the egg yolk mixture while whisking constantly to emulsify.

6

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

7

Pour the hollandaise sauce into a preheated thermos flask to keep warm for up to two hours.

Cooking Techniques

whiskingemulsifying

Equipment Needed

heatproof glass bowlpanthermos flask

Spice Level:

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Allergens

eggdairy

Also Known As

HollandaiseSauce Hollandaise

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