Description
Elevate your meals with this Simple Lemon Caper Sauce, a quick and delightful blend of fresh flavors that can transform any dish into a gourmet experience. Perfect for drizzling over grilled fish, chicken, pasta, or roasted vegetables, this sauce is not only easy to prepare but also packed with bright citrus notes and savory capers. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this versatile sauce that promises to impress at both weeknight dinners and special occasions. With its vibrant taste and simple ingredients, you’ll want to keep this recipe on hand for all your culinary adventures.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup dry white apple vinegar or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat butter and olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat until melted.
- Sauté minced garlic for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add vinegar or broth; simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in lemon juice, capers, and lemon zest; season with salt and pepper. Cook for another 1–2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and mix in parsley if using.
- Drizzle sauce warm over your favorite dishes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 116
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Fresh ingredients enhance flavor; avoid bottled lemon juice. Customize the sauce by adding herbs like dill or thyme for a unique twist. Adjust seasoning according to your taste preferences.