Sesame Free Apple Cider Beurre Blanc
There is something undeniably elegant about a classic French butter sauce, and this apple cider version brings a gentle sweetness and bright acidity that makes it feel both refined and approachable. Fresh unfiltered cider and a splash of apple cider vinegar form the backbone of the reduction, balanced by soft shallot and a whisper of thyme before the butter is worked in cube by cold cube. That slow, patient whisking is the whole secret — it builds a sauce that's silky, creamy, and rich without ever tipping into greasiness. The entire ingredient list is naturally free of sesame in any form, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden oils sneaking into your pan. It's the kind of sauce that makes a simple piece of fish or a roasted chicken breast feel like a restaurant plate. A scattering of fresh chives at the end adds a little color and a mild oniony lift that ties everything together beautifully.
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4 servings
For the reduction
- ⅓ cup fresh apple cider (unfiltered)
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp shallot, finely minced
- 1 sprig fresh thyme
- 1 pinch salt
For the sauce
- 8 tbsp (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into ½-inch cubes
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely snipped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple cider, apple cider vinegar, minced shallot, thyme sprig, and salt in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and cook until the liquid has reduced to about 2 tablespoons and the shallot is very soft, 8–10 minutes.
- 2
Remove the thyme sprig and discard it. Pour the reduction through a fine-mesh strainer into a small bowl, pressing the shallot solids to extract all the liquid, then discard the solids. Return the strained reduction to the saucepan over the lowest heat setting.
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