You can also use dried herbs instead, but you’ll only need 1 teaspoon. Dill, cilantro/coriander or chives would also work well.
It’s best to use unsalted butter so that you can control the amount of salt you add.įresh herbs: My favourite herbs to use are basil, thyme or parsley.
If you like you can use vegetable broth instead, or replace some of it with a dash of white wine.īutter: This is what thickens the sauce, and makes it rich, smooth and creamy. The bright citrus flavor cuts perfectly through the richness of the butter! However, if you prefer a less tangy sauce, you can easily reduce the amount.Ĭhicken broth/stock: I find this balances out the richness of the lemon and butter. Except my lemon & butter sauce is simpler, with fewer ingredients! About the ingredientsįresh lemon juice: To make a lemon and butter sauce to serve 4 to 6 people, I usually use the freshly squeezed juice of a small lemon (about 3 tablespoons). Scroll down for more variation ideas!įun fact: This sauce is very similar to a classic French ‘beurre blanc’ (white butter) sauce. Or add the delicious cooking juices and a teaspoon of mustard for chicken or steak. If making this easy lemon butter sauce for fish, add fresh parsley or dill, and capers.
#Lemon thyme fish plus#
You only need 3 main ingredients plus optional (but recommended!) fresh herbs and 5-10 minutes to make it.It’s an ‘all-purpose’ sauce that will elevate any dish! Want to turn pan-fried or grilled chicken, fish or steak into a classy meal? Need a simple sauce for some fresh seafood ravioli? Lemon & butter sauce is all you need!.
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