Brazil Nut Free Ginger-Lime Hollandaise
Hollandaise has a reputation for being fussy, but this bright, citrusy version is absolutely worth the effort. Tangy fresh lime juice and finely grated ginger transform the classic into something that feels alive — warm, a little spicy, and deeply aromatic in a way that plain lemon-butter sauce never quite manages. The double-boiler method keeps the egg yolks gently coddled, and adding the butter one piece at a time builds a sauce that's silky, glossy, and thick enough to coat a spoon with authority. A pinch of cayenne at the finish gives it just enough heat to keep things interesting without overpowering the ginger-lime brightness. Because the ingredient list is built entirely around fresh produce, dairy, and eggs, there's no need to scrutinize labels for hidden tree nuts or shared-facility warnings — what you see is exactly what you get. Spoon it over poached eggs, grilled fish, or roasted asparagus and watch it steal 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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