Simple Lemon Caper Sauce
This quick and zesty Simple Lemon Caper Sauce elevates any meal. Perfect for fish, chicken, pasta, and veggies—try it today!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup dry white apple vinegar or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until melted.
- Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Pour in 1/4 cup of dry white apple vinegar or chicken broth and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of rinsed capers, and 1 teaspoon of lemon zest. Season with salt and black pepper to taste; cook for another 1–2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley if desired.
- Serve warm over your favorite dishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 145mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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