How to Make Hollandaise Sauce
Pour 4 tablespoons of water in the saucepan., Put the saucepan base into the bain marie (double boiler)., Melt the butter in a separate saucepan., Crack the eggs and separate the yolks into a bowl., Whisk the ingredients as they sit in the saucepan...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Pour 4 tablespoons of water in the saucepan.
Add the salt and freshly ground pepper. , The bain marie should already contain hot water but not boiling at any time. , Do not let it get hot, just melt gently. , You can use the whites for something else.
Beat the egg yolks to combine, then add 1 tablespoon of water.
Transfer the egg yolks to the saucepan with warmed water and seasonings. , Continue to whisk until the egg yolks take on the consistency of thickened cream. , Add 2 tablespoons of water gradually in drops, once the butter has been completely added. , Adjust the seasoning as needed.
Once happy with the flavor, add the lemon juice and stir through quickly. , If needed, the sauce can be strained.
Serve warm. -
Step 2: Put the saucepan base into the bain marie (double boiler).
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Step 3: Melt the butter in a separate saucepan.
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Step 4: Crack the eggs and separate the yolks into a bowl.
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Step 5: Whisk the ingredients as they sit in the saucepan within the bain marie.
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Step 6: Pour the melted butter in slowly
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Step 7: whisking constantly.
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Step 8: Taste.
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Step 9: Transfer to a serving container
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Step 10: as desired.
Detailed Guide
Add the salt and freshly ground pepper. , The bain marie should already contain hot water but not boiling at any time. , Do not let it get hot, just melt gently. , You can use the whites for something else.
Beat the egg yolks to combine, then add 1 tablespoon of water.
Transfer the egg yolks to the saucepan with warmed water and seasonings. , Continue to whisk until the egg yolks take on the consistency of thickened cream. , Add 2 tablespoons of water gradually in drops, once the butter has been completely added. , Adjust the seasoning as needed.
Once happy with the flavor, add the lemon juice and stir through quickly. , If needed, the sauce can be strained.
Serve warm.
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