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Lemon Butter Caper Sauce Recipe

A rich, tangy sauce created by combining butter, fresh lemon juice, and briny capers in Gordon Ramsay's signature style. This lemon butter caper sauce perfectly complements fish, chicken, or pasta dishes, delivering a delicate balance of acidity and richness.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Gordon Ramsay, Hell's Kitchen, Recipes, Sauces
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tsp. unsalted butter
  • 2 tsp. capers drained
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Zest of 1/2 lemon
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions
 

  • Melt the Butter: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute or until fragrant but not browned.
  • Add Broth and Lemon: Pour the chicken or vegetable broth and simmer.
  • Stir in the lemon juice and zest.
  • Simmer the Sauce: Let the sauce simmer for a couple of minutes to reduce slightly.
  • Add Capers and Remaining Butter: Add the capers and 2 tablespoons of butter to the sauce. Stir until the butter is melted and the sauce is emulsified.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Be cautious with the salt, as capers are already salty.
  • Finish with Parsley (Optional): If using, stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
  • Serve the lemon butter caper sauce over cooked fish, chicken, or steamed vegetables.

Notes

Warm your plates before serving to ensure the sauce stays hot longer and maintains its silky consistency.