Brown Butter Sauce
Brown butter sauce is a culinary delight that transforms any dish into a gourmet experience with its rich, nutty flavor. This easy-to-make sauce is perfect for drizzling over pasta, vegetables, or even desserts.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (sage or thyme)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering all ingredients and tools.
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring gently until fully melted.
- Continue cooking while stirring until the butter turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add fresh herbs and lemon juice if using, and stir for another minute to infuse flavors.
- Season with sea salt to taste, then remove from heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 80mg