Simple Lemon Caper Sauce
Elevate your meals with this Simple Lemon Caper Sauce that delivers a burst of bright, zesty flavor in just 15 minutes! Perfectly complementing fish, chicken, pasta, or roasted vegetables, this sauce is a culinary staple that adds a gourmet touch to any dish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 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
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, combine the unsalted butter and olive oil until melted.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the dry white apple vinegar or chicken broth and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Mix in the fresh lemon juice, capers, and lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook for an additional minute to allow flavors to meld.
- Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley if desired.
- Serve warm over fish, chicken, pasta, or vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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