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Simple Lemon Caper Sauce

 Simple Lemon Caper Sauce: Easy, Tangy, Buttery Recipe

Eman Brooks
Simple Lemon Caper Sauce is a quick, tangy, and flavorful sauce perfect for elevating fish, chicken, or vegetables. It features a buttery base complemented by briny capers and fresh lemon juice, creating a bright and savory finish that enhances many dishes.
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Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Sauce / Condiment
Cuisine Mediterranean, Italian
Servings 4
Calories 106 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons jarred capers drained
  • 1 clove garlic minced or grated
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley minced
  • Kosher salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Melt butter in a small skillet over low heat.
  • Add capers and garlic, simmer for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice and parsley.
  • Season with kosher salt to taste.
  • Serve warm over fish, chicken, or vegetables.

Notes

 Use fresh lemon juice (not bottled) for best flavor. Can be made in under 5 minutes and served immediately. Great for weeknight dinners or elegant meals.

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