Description
A bright and tangy sauce made with lemon, capers, and garlic—perfect for fish, chicken, or veggies in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons capers, drained and rinsed
2 cloves garlic, minced
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1/4 cup dry white wine (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine olive oil and butter.
Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the capers and cook for an additional 2 minutes to release their flavor.
Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and white wine (if using). Stir well.
Let the sauce simmer for 2–3 minutes, allowing it to reduce slightly and the flavors to blend.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve warm over fish, chicken, or roasted vegetables. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
Skip the white wine and use extra lemon juice or broth for an alcohol-free version.
Excellent paired with salmon, chicken piccata, or sautéed greens.
Can be made ahead and gently reheated.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sauce, Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
