Basic Beurre Blanc

May 06, 2023May 6, 20231 4

Classic French Sauce made with butter, white wine vinegar, and heavy cream

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

5 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

780

Sugar

Fat

90g

Beurre Blanc is a classic French sauce made with butter, white wine vinegar, and heavy cream. Its smooth and luxurious texture makes it a popular choice for special occasions and fine dining. Beurre Blanc translates to 'white butter' and is similar to Hollandaise sauce. The difference is that Hollandaise is made with egg yolks and butter, while Beurre Blanc relies solely on butter for its creaminess. In addition to using it as a sauce, Beurre Blanc can also be used as a base for other sauces and gravies.

Instructions

1.	In a small saucepan, combine shallot, bay leaf, black peppercorns, white wine vinegar, and dry white wine.
2.	Cook over medium heat until it reduces to about 1 tablespoon of liquid.
3.	Add heavy cream and continue cooking until it reduces to about 2 tablespoons.
4.	Reduce heat to the lowest setting and start whisking in cold butter, one piece at a time, until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
5.	Remove from heat and strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve.
6.	Beurre Blanc is ready to serve.

PROS

Simple yet elegant sauce that pairs well with fish, shellfish, and vegetables.
It’s versatile and easy to customize with additional herbs and spices.

CONS

Beurre Blanc is high in calories and fat due to its primary ingredient: butter.
It’s not suitable for those on a low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Beurre Blanc is not a health food, it contains vitamins and minerals found in dairy products and wine. Small amounts of butter can be part of a balanced diet in moderation.

	1 1/2 tablespoons chopped shallot
	1 bay leaf
	6 black peppercorns
	1/4 cup white wine vinegar
	2 tablespoons dry white wine
	1/4 cup heavy cream
	1 1/2 cups cold butter , cut into 1/2 inch pieces