Beurre Blanc is a classic French butter sauce made from white wine, vinegar, and butter. It’s rich, tangy, and perfect for pairing with seafood, chicken, or vegetables.
Author:Mollyyeh
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:20 minutes
Yield:Makes about 1 cup of sauce 1x
Category:Sauce
Method:Simmering
Cuisine:French
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
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1/2cup white wine
1/4cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
1cup unsalted butter, cubed and chilled
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste
Instructions
In a saucepan, combine the white wine, white wine vinegar, and shallots. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
Reduce the heat and simmer until the liquid is reduced by about two-thirds.
Reduce the heat to low. Begin whisking in the chilled butter, one cube at a time, until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the shallots, if desired, before serving.
Notes
This sauce is best served immediately, as it can break if stored or reheated improperly.
It pairs beautifully with fish, especially salmon or scallops.
You can add herbs like tarragon or chives to enhance the flavor.