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Lemon Caper Sauce Recipe


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  • Author: khaoula belabess
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 Serving 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Lemon Caper Sauce is a quick and flavorful sauce that pairs beautifully with fish, shrimp, chicken, and more. With just six ingredients and ready in five minutes, it’s an easy go-to recipe for elevating any meal.


Ingredients

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  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons jarred capers (drained)
  • 1 clove garlic (grated or minced)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (minced)
  • Kosher salt, to taste

Instructions

  • Melt the Butter: In a small skillet, melt the butter over low heat.
  • Cook the Capers and Garlic: Once the butter has melted, add the drained capers and minced garlic. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
  • Add Lemon Juice and Parsley: Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the lemon juice and freshly minced parsley. Season with kosher salt to taste.
  • Serve: Enjoy this sauce drizzled over your favorite fish, shrimp, or chicken dishes.

Notes

  • This sauce can also be used to enhance roasted vegetables or pasta.
  • Enjoy your Lemon Caper Sauce for an extra burst of flavor in your meals!
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: sauce
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
  • Calories: 95
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg