Description
This Lemon Caper Sauce is a bright, tangy, and savory condiment perfect for elevating seafood, chicken, or shrimp dishes. Made with simple ingredients like butter, capers, garlic, lemon juice, and fresh parsley, it comes together quickly and adds a burst of flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons jarred capers, drained
- 1 clove garlic, grated or minced
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced
- Kosher salt, to taste
Instructions
- Melt the Butter: In a small skillet, melt the unsalted butter over low heat to prepare the base of your sauce.
- Cook the Capers and Garlic: Once the butter is melted, add the drained capers and minced garlic to the skillet. Allow the mixture to come to a gentle simmer and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, infusing the butter with savory flavors.
- Add Lemon Juice and Parsley: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the freshly squeezed lemon juice and minced parsley. Season with kosher salt according to your taste preference.
- Serve: Drizzle this flavorful sauce over your favorite fish, shrimp, or chicken dishes and enjoy the vibrant blend of flavors.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor impact.
- Be careful not to burn the garlic while cooking; keep the heat low.
- This sauce pairs exceptionally well with grilled or pan-seared seafood.
- You can substitute fresh capers if available for a more robust taste.
- Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
