Citrus Butter Sauce Recipe

Elevate your seafood and chicken dishes with this vibrant Citrus Butter Sauce, inspired by Bahama Breeze! This luscious sauce, perfect for Caribbean cuisine, boasts bright citrus notes and a rich, buttery finish. Easy to make in just 30 minutes, it's the perfect complement to grilled chicken or your favorite seafood. Get ready to impress!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 224.7 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Citrus Butter Sauce

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How to Make Citrus Butter Sauce

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add 2 finely minced shallots and sauté for 1 minute until softened.
  3. Pour in 1/2 cup fresh orange juice and 1/4 cup dry white wine. Bring to a simmer and cook until reduced by half (about 5 minutes).
  4. Reduce heat to low. Add 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, one tablespoon at a time, whisking constantly until each addition is fully incorporated and the sauce is emulsified. Do not let the sauce boil.
  5. Stir in 1 teaspoon sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  6. Remove from heat and strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl.
  7. Serve immediately over your favorite grilled chicken or seafood.
  8. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

24g

Fat

56g

Carbs

2g