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Lemon Caper Sauce: A Zesty Recipe to Elevate Your Dishes

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This Lemon Caper Sauce is a vibrant blend of buttery richness and zesty brightness, ideal for enhancing grilled fish, roasted vegetables, or pasta. With hints of garlic and a touch of heat, it adds a delightful flavor to any dish.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
  • 1/4 cup capers, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Start by gathering all your ingredients. It’s always easier to have everything ready before you begin cooking.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  3. Once the butter is completely melted, add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  4. Pour in the fresh lemon juice and add the lemon zest. Stir everything together and let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add the capers to the sauce and let them cook for another 2 minutes.
  6. If desired, add the red pepper flakes and stir everything together, letting it simmer for an additional minute.
  7. Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  8. Remove the sauce from the heat and let it sit for a minute or two to cool slightly before serving.
  9. Chop up some fresh parsley for garnish and sprinkle it over the sauce just before serving.
  10. If not using the sauce immediately, keep it warm on the stove over very low heat, stirring occasionally.

Notes

  • This sauce pairs beautifully with grilled or pan-seared fish, roasted vegetables, or pasta.
  • For a light meal, serve it over sautéed greens or use it as a salad dressing by thinning it out with olive oil or additional lemon juice.
  • Leftover sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Reheat gently before serving.

Find it online: https://softtasty.com/lemon-caper-sauce/