PREP TIME: mins
COOK TIME: 10 mins
TOTAL TIME: 10 mins
INGREDIENTS
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (1 stick)
- Pinch cayenne
- Pinch salt
INSTRUCTIONS
- Vigorously whisk the egg yolks and lemon juice together in a stainless steel bowl and until the mixture is thickened and doubled in volume
- Place the bowl over a saucepan containing barely simmering water (or use a double boiler,) the water should not touch the bottom of the bowl
- Continue to whisk rapidly. Be careful not to let the eggs get too hot or they will scramble
- Slowly drizzle in the melted butter and continue to whisk until the sauce is thickened and doubled in volume
- Remove from heat, whisk in cayenne and salt
- Cover and place in a warm spot until ready to use
- If the sauce gets too thick, whisk in a few drops of warm water before serving
INSTRUCTION VIDEO