How to Make Creamy Hollandaise Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Hollandaise sauce is a classic French sauce that is incredibly versatile and delicious. It is rich, creamy, and buttery, with a tangy flavor from the addition of lemon juice. This sauce is often served over eggs Benedict, vegetables, or fish, and it can elevate any dish to a new level of decadence.

Making hollandaise sauce at home may seem intimidating, but with the right technique and a little practice, anyone can achieve the perfect creamy consistency and flavor. This recipe will gu...

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Ingredients

  • 4 egg yolks
  • 3 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 pinch ground white pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 cup butter, melted
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Fill the bottom of a double boiler part-way with water. Make sure that water does not touch the top pan. Bring water to a gentle simmer. In the top of the double boiler, whisk together egg yolks, lemon juice, white pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and 1 tablespoon water.
  • Add the melted butter to egg yolk mixture 1 or 2 tablespoons at a time while whisking yolks constantly. If hollandaise begins to get too thick, add a teaspoon or two of hot water. Continue whisking until all butter is incorporated. Whisk in salt, then remove from heat. Place a lid on pan to keep sauce warm until ready to serve.
  • Nutrition

    464 cal.

    • Total Fat: 50g
    • Saturated Fat: 31g
    • Cholesterol: 327mg
    • Sodium: 482mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 2g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 37mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 50mg