hollandaise sauce being poured over eggs benedict

Hollandaise Sauce Recipe

Name: Hollandaise Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 125 g Butter; 2 Eggs; 1 teaspoon of Lemon juice; Bunch of Tarragon

Cowbridge Kitchen

About This Recipe

This classic French Hollandaise Sauce recipe is easy to make, and the Hollandaise sauce is perfect for making a classic Eggs Benedict or a Béarnaise sauce.

When it comes to making this type of sauce then the French are the experts. This Hollandaise sauce belongs to the Mayonnaise sauce family in that it is made with Egg Yolks and Fat.

The main difference between a Hollandaise sauce and a Béarnaise sauce is the addition of white wine. ...

History of Hollandaise Sauce
Hollandaise sauce, a classic emulsion of egg yolks, butter, and lemon juice, has a rich history that traces back to the culinary traditions of the French and the influence of Dutch cuisine.

It's name is derived from the Dutch city of Holland, reflecting the sauce's origins in the 17th century when it was first documented in French cookbooks.

The sauce gained prominence in French gastronomy, particularly during the reign of King Louis XIV, who was known for his lavish feasts and the elevation of culinary arts. As chefs experimented with various ingredients and techniques, hollandaise became a staple in French cuisine, often served with vegetables, fish, and eggs, most famously as a key component of Eggs Benedict.

Over the centuries, hollandaise has inspired numerous variations and adaptations, solidifying its place in both traditional and modern culinary practices. Its delicate balance of flavors and creamy texture continue to captivate chefs and food enthusiasts alike, making it a timeless sauce that embodies the elegance of French cooking.

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Serves: Four

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Cook in: 30 min

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What is Hollandaise Sauce

The culinary experience of the French is unquestionable and the French cuisine is responsible for many great recipes, this Hollandaise Sauce is no exception.

Hollandaise Sauce is traditionally used in Eggs Benedict and Eggs Napolean.

Hollandaise Sauce is not dissimilar to Mayonnaise in the fact that it is an egg based sauce made with oil and Hollandaise is a hot egg based sauce made with butter.

How to make Hollandaise Sauce

Cuisine:French

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Ingredients Nutrition Cost

125 g Butter
2 Eggs*
1 teaspoon of Lemon juice
Bunch of Tarragon

VegetarianNut free*Contains eggs

Nutrition: This is based on 20ml

Calories: 85
Protein: 0.9g
Fat: 9.1g
Carbohydrates: 0.3g
Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 0.1g

High caloriesLow sugar

Cost to make:
£1.52 / $2.10 (Est.)

*Prices may vary.

Cooking Instructions

Dice the butter up in to small cubes , and separate the egg yolks.
Get a small pan of boiling water on the stove , then reduce to a simmer.
In a plastic container , on top of the pan you need to add both of your egg yolks and lightly whisk.
Next start adding your butter one lump at a time , and whisk until it is melted into the eggs.
Continue adding the butter this way until it is all in , and your sauce is thickening up.
Add the chopped tarragon , just a good handful.
Mix in the lemon juice , and the sauce is ready.

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Tips -

Other ideas:

Be careful not to heat this too fast, as the eggs might seperate.

Here is a really great idea to keep this hot and ready to serve, tip the sauce into a Thermos Flask, it will keep hot for hours with out seperating.

Variations

Adding White Wine & Shallots to this recipe will make a Béarnaise Sauce.Add+ 💬

White wine
Shallots

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