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Traditional hollandaise sauce: the quick recipe

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time10 minsCook Time10 minsTotal Time20 mins

Hollandaise sauce is a classic in gastronomy that pairs perfectly with your meats and fish. The recipe was invented in the 17th century during the war in the Netherlands - that's where it gets its name! Here is the recipe for traditional hollandaise sauce.

Ingredients
 4 Egg yolk
 4 Water
 250 Butter
 5 Lemon juice
 Salt
 Pepper
Directions
1

Clarify the butter (melt gently to separate the fat) in a saucepan. Set aside.

2

Separate the egg whites from the egg yolks.

3

Pour the egg yolks into another saucepan. Add the water and whisk over low heat until the mixture is frothy.

4

Add the clarified butter gradually, while continuing to stir.

5

To finish, add the lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, and mix. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

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Serving size

4

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