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Lemon Caper Sauce

Zesty Lemon Caper Sauce: Elevate Your Home Cooking Today

Transform ordinary dinners into extraordinary culinary experiences with this quick Lemon Caper Sauce.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter substitute with olive oil for a lighter version
  • 2 tablespoons jarred capers drained; use green olives for a similar taste
  • 2 cloves garlic grated or minced; fresh garlic is recommended
  • 1 lemon lemon juice lime juice can be used for a different flavor
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley minced; try dill for a unique twist
  • kosher salt to taste

Equipment

  • small skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lemon Caper Sauce
  1. Melt the butter: Add 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter to a small skillet over low heat and allow it to melt gently for 2-3 minutes.
  2. Sauté the capers and garlic: Add 2 tablespoons of drained capers and 2 cloves of minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add lemon juice and parsley: Remove from heat, stir in the juice of 1 lemon and 2 tablespoons of freshly minced parsley, and toss until well combined.
  4. Season with salt: Adjust the flavor with kosher salt, starting with a pinch and increasing as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 30mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mg

Notes

This sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated for 1-2 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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