Gordon Ramsay’s Lemon Butter Caper Sauce for Effortless Elegance

Gordon Ramsay’s Lemon Butter Caper Sauce is a culinary gem that brings effortless elegance to any meal, ideal for seafood, chicken, and roasted vegetables.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Sauce

Cuisine: Modern British

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sauce

1 stick Butter Adds richness and a velvety texture
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh for best flavor
2 tablespoons Capers Introduce a tangy flavor
1/4 cup White Wine or Chicken Broth Use broth for a non-alcoholic option

Equipment

medium-sized saucepan

Method

Cooking Instructions

Prepare a medium-sized saucepan on low heat, warming for 1 minute.
Add butter and melt slowly, whisking continuously for 2–3 minutes.
Gradually incorporate more butter while whisking to emulsify the sauce.
Stir in lemon juice and capers, whisking for another 1–2 minutes.
Lower the heat and whisk for 2–3 minutes until creamy.
Serve immediately over grilled fish, sautéed chicken, or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sauce servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 50mgVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh lemon juice and quality butter. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for 1 month.

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