Lemon Cream Sauce Recipe
A rich and tangy Lemon Cream Sauce perfect for enhancing poultry, seafood, or pasta dishes. This sauce combines the zesty brightness of lemon with creamy, buttery goodness seasoned with herbs and garlic for a flavorful finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon salted butter
- 1 clove garlic - minced
- 1 teaspoon Herbs de Provence
- 1 lemon - zested & juiced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon sea salt - or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper - or to taste
Instructions
- Prepare lemon zest and juice: Start by zesting the lemon using a microplane grater, then juice the lemon and set both the zest and juice aside for later use.
- Heat the skillet and melt butter: Heat a 10-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the salted butter and let it melt completely.
- Sauté garlic and herbs: Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and cook until fragrant but not browned, about 1 minute. Then crumble the Herbs de Provence between your fingers and add it to the pan to release its flavors.
- Add lemon zest and heavy cream: Stir in the reserved lemon zest and pour in 2 cups of heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Simmer to thicken: Reduce the heat to maintain a low simmer and cook until the sauce lightly thickens, about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season and finish the sauce: Season the sauce with sea salt and black pepper to taste. Whisk in 2 to 3 tablespoons of the reserved lemon juice to add fresh tanginess.
- Serve immediately: Remove from heat and serve the lemon cream sauce immediately with your favorite dish.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon for the best brightness and flavor.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice according to your taste preference.
- For a thicker sauce, continue simmering for a few more minutes, but avoid boiling.
- Can be served over chicken, fish, pasta, or steamed vegetables.
- To make it dairy-free, substitute butter and cream with vegan alternatives, though the texture will differ.
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