Low Sugar Ginger-Lime Hollandaise
Hollandaise is one of those sauces that feels indulgent by nature — rich, buttery, and deeply satisfying — and this ginger-lime version takes that classic richness somewhere bright and unexpected. Fresh lime juice and zest cut right through the butter, while finely grated ginger adds a warm, aromatic kick that makes every bite feel alive. The whole thing comes together with just real, whole ingredients: egg yolks, butter, citrus, and spice — nothing sweetened, nothing processed, nothing you'd need to second-guess on a label. For anyone keeping a close eye on added sugars, this is the kind of sauce that proves you don't need a single gram of the stuff to build serious depth of flavor. The double-boiler method keeps the yolks from scrambling and brings the mixture to a safe temperature, so the technique is as careful as the ingredient list. Spoon it over poached eggs, steamed vegetables, or grilled fish and it instantly elevates the whole plate.
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4 servings
- 3 pasteurized egg yolks
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tbsp cold water
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ½ tsp lime zest, finely grated
- ¼ tsp fine salt
- pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Cut the butter into 8 roughly equal pieces and set aside at room temperature. Fill a small saucepan with about 1 inch of water and bring to a bare simmer over medium-low heat — the water should steam but not boil.
- 2
In a heatproof bowl that fits snugly over the saucepan without touching the water, whisk together the pasteurized egg yolks, lime juice, and cold water until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened, about 1 minute.
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