Gordon Ramsay’s Lemon Butter Caper Sauce – A Tangy, Buttery Delight
Gordon Ramsay’s Lemon Butter Caper Sauce is a tangy and buttery delight that elevates any dish with its vibrant flavor profile. This versatile sauce combines rich unsalted butter, zesty lemon juice, and briny capers, creating a perfect balance of taste that complements seafood, pasta, and grilled vegetables alike. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknight dinners or special occasions. Impress your guests with this gourmet finishing touch that’s both simple to prepare and elegant in presentation.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: About 8 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Sauce making
- Cuisine: French-Italian
Ingredients
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- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp capers, drained
- ¼ cup white wine (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- If using, deglaze the pan with white wine, stirring to scrape up browned bits; simmer for 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and capers; infuse flavors for about one minute.
- Reduce heat to low and whisk in butter gradually until smooth and creamy.
- Season with parsley, salt, and black pepper; serve immediately over your favorite dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (15g)
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg