Sauce / Fat | Vegetarian Gluten Free

Lemon Butter

Citrus limon Allergens: Dairy
Lemon Butter

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Rutaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Western / French
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Butter,Lemon Juice,Lemon Zest

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Lemon Butter ?

A compound butter or sauce made by emulsifying butter with fresh lemon juice and zest, used to enhance savory dishes.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Lemon Butter ?

Le/La/L'Lemon Butter a un goût rich,buttery,tangy,bright citrus,slightly salty avec des arômes zesty lemon,creamy butter.

Taste
Rich,Buttery,Tangy,Bright Citrus,Slightly Salty
Texture
Smooth,Creamy,Emulsified,Melt-in-mouth
Aroma
Zesty Lemon,Creamy Butter
Acidity
Medium-High

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 15g (1 tbsp)
Calories700 kcal
Total Fat80g
Saturated Fat50g
Trans Fat3g
Cholesterol200mg
Protein1g
Total Carbohydrate2g
Dietary Fiber0g
Total Sugars0.5g
Calcium20mg
Iron0.1mg
Potassium25mg

Le secret du chef

To prevent splitting, slowly whisk cold butter cubes into hot lemon juice over very low heat to create a stable emulsion.

Substituts & Proportions pour Lemon Butter

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Lemon Butter est Clarified Butter (Ghee), à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Offers richness and a higher smoke point, but lacks the fresh lemon kick.

Substituts pour Lemon Butter avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Clarified Butter (Ghee) Meilleur 1:1 Offers richness and a higher smoke point, but lacks the fresh lemon kick.
Olive Oil & Lemon 1:1 For a dairy-free and lighter alternative, good for drizzling.
Beurre Blanc 1:1 A classic French emulsified butter sauce, more complex but similar use.
Mayonnaise (Lemon) 1:1 Emulsified sauce with a creamy texture and tang, good for spreads, not cooking.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Lemon Butter

  1. Best made fresh with high-quality butter and fresh lemons for optimal flavor.
  2. Unsalted butter allows control of seasoning.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Lemon Butter ?

  • Fish
  • Seafood
  • Chicken
  • Asparagus
  • Pasta
  • Steamed vegetables
  • Sourdough bread.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Lemon Butter ?

Rich,Buttery,Tangy,Bright Citrus,Slightly Salty Zesty Lemon,Creamy Butter

Quel est un bon substitut pour Lemon Butter ?

Le meilleur substitut est Clarified Butter (Ghee) (1:1). Offers richness and a higher smoke point, but lacks the fresh lemon kick.

Comment choisir et conserver le Lemon Butter ?

Best made fresh with high-quality butter and fresh lemons for optimal flavor. Unsalted butter allows control of seasoning.

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