Classic Hollandaise Sauce

Name: Classic Hollandaise Sauce
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Französische Küche
Ingredients: 200 g unsalted butter; 3 egg yolks; 2 tbsp white wine vinegar; 4 tbsp dry white wine; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 pinch ground black pepper; 1 pinch table salt

20 min

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Preparation method

Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until hot. Set aside.

Whisk the egg yolks in a heatproof bowl (stainless steel or glass) with 2 tablespoons of water and a pinch of salt.

Combine vinegar, white wine, and pepper in a small saucepan and reduce to about 2 tablespoons of liquid. Add the reduction to the egg yolks, whisking constantly.

Chef's tip

Use a flat whisk for preparation. Since Hollandaise sauce does not reheat well, it should always be prepared fresh. If necessary, it can be kept warm briefly in a warm water bath.