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Gordon Ramsay’s Lemon Butter Caper Sauce

Gordon Ramsay’s Lemon Butter Caper Sauce for Home Chefs

Gordon Ramsay’s Lemon Butter Caper Sauce adds a zesty, briny richness to dishes, perfect for seafood, chicken, and veggies.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Butter Use vegan butter for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed yields the best taste.
  • 3 tablespoons Capers Substitute with green olives for a similar taste.
  • 1/2 cup White Wine Substitute with chicken broth or vegetable stock for non-alcoholic alternatives.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to your preference.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • whisk
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by placing a medium saucepan over low heat. Add unsalted butter, allowing it to melt slowly, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Once the butter is melted, gradually pour in freshly squeezed lemon juice and white wine. Whisk continuously for about 2 minutes until well combined.
  3. Stir in the capers and a grind of black pepper, allowing this mixture to simmer gently for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and drizzle generously over seafood, chicken, or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 15mgVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 1mg

Notes

Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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