How to Make Simple Microwave Hollandaise Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Hollandaise sauce is a classic French sauce that can be quite intimidating to make. Traditionally, it is made by whisking hot butter into egg yolks and lemon juice until it is thick, creamy, and emulsified. However, this process can be time-consuming and a bit tricky to get just right. That's where this simple microwave hollandaise sauce recipe comes in handy.

With just a few simple ingredients and a microwave, you can have a delicious hollandaise sauce in a matter of minutes. This r...

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Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup half-and-half
  • 2 large egg yolks, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch ground cayenne pepper

Information

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

  • Place butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on medium power until melted, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  • Add half-and-half, egg yolks, lemon juice, salt, and cayenne pepper to melted butter; stir to combine. Microwave, uncovered, on medium power for 2 1/2 minutes. Stir, and microwave on medium power for 1 more minute.
  • Remove from the microwave and whisk until fluffy; sauce may look curdled at first, but it will become nice and smooth as you whisk it.
  • Nutrition

    149 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 139mg
    • Sodium: 157mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 30mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 38mg