Lemon Butter Sauce Recipe

Elevate your broiled fish to restaurant-quality with this vibrant and easy Lemon Butter Sauce! This luscious 1-cup recipe takes just 10 minutes to make and is bursting with bright lemon flavor, enhanced by herbs and a touch of Worcestershire. Serve it hot, spooned generously over your favorite flaky fish for a truly unforgettable meal.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 274.9 kcal
Protein 0g
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Ingredients for Lemon Butter Sauce

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How to Make Lemon Butter Sauce

  1. Melt 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) of butter in a heavy-based saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer for 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
  3. Stir in 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley and 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill (or 1/2 teaspoon dried each). Simmer for another minute to allow the herbs to infuse.
  4. Remove from heat and serve immediately, spooned over hot broiled fish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

97g

Carbs

0g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lemon Butter Sauce?

Lemon Butter Sauce takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lemon Butter Sauce?

Lemon Butter Sauce has approximately 274.9 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 47 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lemon Butter Sauce?

The key ingredients for Lemon Butter Sauce are Butter, Lemon Juice, Worcestershire Sauce, Pepper, Fresh Parsley. See the full list with measurements above.

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