Simple Lemon Capers Sauce Recipe
A bright and tangy Simple Lemon Caper Sauce made with fresh lemon juice, capers, garlic, and butter. Perfect for enhancing grilled fish, chicken, pasta, or roasted vegetables with a flavorful burst of citrus and briny goodness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: About 3/4 cup sauce, enough for 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Sauce Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup capers, drained
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil: Place a small skillet or saucepan over medium heat and add the olive oil to warm it up.
- Sauté the garlic: Add the minced garlic to the hot oil and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned, to avoid bitterness.
- Add lemon and capers: Stir in fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, drained capers, salt, and black pepper into the skillet. Let the mixture simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes so the flavors meld together.
- Incorporate the butter: Reduce the heat to low and whisk in the unsalted butter slowly until it melts and the sauce slightly thickens to a glossy finish.
- Finish with parsley: Remove the pan from heat and stir in freshly chopped parsley if desired for a fresh herbal note.
- Serve: Use the sauce warm over grilled fish, chicken, pasta dishes, or roasted vegetables to add a zesty, bright flavor boost.
Notes
- Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on low heat adding a splash of water or lemon juice to loosen the sauce if it thickens too much.
- For a flavor variation, substitute capers with chopped green olives for a different briny taste.
Keywords: lemon caper sauce, lemon butter sauce, sauce for fish, sauce for chicken, Mediterranean sauce, easy sauce, quick sauce, stovetop sauce
Find it online: https://hannahdelgado.com/simple-lemon-capers-sauce-recipe/
