
✨ Lemon Chive Light Hollandaise ✨
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✨ Lemon Chive Light Hollandaise ✨
A lighter, fresher twist on classic hollandaise — ready in just 10 minutes!
Perfectly silky, with a pop of lemon and the fresh bite of chives, this sauce pairs beautifully with poached eggs, steamed asparagus, roasted potatoes, or even artichokes.
Ingredients:
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2 egg yolks (preferably free-range)
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2 tsp olive oil
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1 Tbsp butter
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1/8 tsp paprika
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1/8 tsp salt
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2 pinches black pepper
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1/4 cup water
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1/4 cup sour cream
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1 Tbsp lemon juice
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1/4 tsp lemon zest
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1/4 cup fresh chives, chopped
Quick Instructions:
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Melt butter over low heat, whisk in olive oil and egg yolks until thick and silky.
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Whisk in lemon juice, zest, paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Add water and bring to a gentle simmer, then remove from heat.
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Cool slightly, then whisk in sour cream until smooth.
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Finish with fresh chives and serve warm!
Fun fact: A tiny whisk from a toy kitchen once saved the day — small whisks are magic for silky sauces! 🎉