Ingredients:

  • 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 small Shallot, finely minced
  • 1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Lemon zest
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 tsp Sea salt
  • 1/8 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 tbsp Fresh dill or parsley
  • 1 tbsp Cold butter, cubed
  • 1 tsp Capers

Instructions:

  1. Place 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to foam and sizzle.
  2. Add the minced shallot and garlic, keeping them moving so they soften without browning too much.
  3. Cook for about 2 minutes until the aroma is sweet and the shallots are translucent.
  4. Pour in 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1 tsp Dijon mustard, whisking constantly.
  5. Let the mixture come to a gentle simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until it thickens enough to coat a spoon.
  6. Stir in 1 tbsp lemon juice and 1 tsp zest, doing this slowly to let the cream adjust to the pH change.
  7. Fold in 1 tsp capers and the 1 tbsp fresh dill or parsley.
  8. Add the sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, tasting as you go.
  9. Turn off the heat and whisk in the 1 tbsp cold cubed butter until the sauce looks glossy and shimmering.
  10. Let the sauce sit for 1 minute before pouring over your Crispy Skin Salmon recipe.