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Definition
A powdered mix designed to quickly prepare Béarnaise sauce, a classic French emulsion sauce flavored with tarragon and shallots.
Sensory Profile
Technical Metrics
Nutrition Facts
Per 1 tbsp (10g) dry mixChef’s Secret
To elevate a Béarnaise mix, replace some of the water with white wine and whisk in a tablespoon of fresh chopped tarragon at the very end.
Substitutions
Hollandaise Sauce (or mix)
1:1Very similar base (emulsified butter and egg yolk), but lacks the tarragon and shallot flavor. Needs added herbs.
Mayonnaise + Fresh Tarragon
Provides a creamy, fatty base. Add finely chopped fresh tarragon and a splash of vinegar for tang.
Dijon Mustard (creamy)
For a tangy, savory, somewhat creamy condiment, but flavor profile is quite different.
Lemon Butter Sauce
1:1Simple butter sauce with lemon juice and parsley, offers richness and tang but not the herbal complexity.
Buying Guide
Check ingredient list for natural flavors and actual dried herbs. Avoid mixes with excessive artificial additives.