Classic Bearnaise and Paloise Sauces

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3
Classic Bearnaise and Paloise Sauces for any meat lover
in Sauces

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 tablespoons unsalted butter , cut up in 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon dry French vermouth
1 tablespoon water
2 teaspoons shallots , minced
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
3 parsley stems , chopped
1/8 teaspoon black peppercorns , cracked
1/16 teaspoon salt , only a small pinch
1 large egg yolk
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon fresh tarragon , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
120
Sugar
1g
Fat
13g
Classic Bearnaise and Paloise sauces are two of the most popular sauces in French cuisine. They are traditionally served alongside beef or steak, but can also be used as a dip or spread. Bearnaise sauce is a herb and butter-based sauce, while Paloise sauce incorporates mint and basil into the original recipe. Both sauces have a creamy texture and taste that complement any meat dish.

Instructions

1.In a small saucepan, combine the vinegar, vermouth, water, shallot, parsley, tarragon with black peppercorns and salt. Cook over medium heat until reduced to about 2 tablespoons.
2.Strain and cool.
3.In the top of a double boiler, whisk together the egg yolk and the reduced vinegar mixture.
4.Cook over simmering water, whisking constantly until mixture has thickened.
5.Remove the top of double boiler from heat, and whisk in butter until melted. Finally, stir in chopped fresh tarragon and cayenne pepper.
6.For Paloise Sauce, add two tablespoons of mint leaves and one tablespoon of basil leaves chopped to the Classic Bearnaise Sauce. Blended altogether in a mixer.

PROS

These sauces are the classic accompaniments for steak and great for any meat lover.

Bearnaise sauce can be also used with fish as a topping.

CONS

These sauces are high in fat and should be used in moderation.

Bearnaise is prepared with raw egg and butter, so pregnant women and individuals with weakened immune systems should avoid it.

Paloise has a strong herbal taste that some people may not enjoy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its high fat content, Classic Bearnaise sauce does contain Vitamin A and some B vitamins.
The fresh herbs used in these sauces have anti-inflammatory properties and antioxidants, making them a healthier choice than store-bought sauce alternatives.

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