Sandefjordsmør: Authentic Norwegian Butter Sauce Recipe

Name: Sandefjordsmør: Authentic Norwegian Butter Sauce Recipe
Total time: 27 mins
Ingredients: 2 lemons, juiced; 0.5 cup heavy cream; 5 tablespoons cold, unsalted butter, cut into cubes; salt to taste; cayenne pepper, to taste; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley

This simple yet elegant butter sauce, known as Sandefjordsmør, is the perfect accompaniment to fish, shrimp, or lobster, adding a touch of Norwegian culinary excellence to your meal.

Total time27 mins
Prep time10 mins
Cook time17 mins
Yield4 servings, 4

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Ingredients

2 lemons, juiced
0.5 cup heavy cream
5 tablespoons cold, unsalted butter, cut into cubes
salt to taste
cayenne pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley

Instructions

In a saucepan over medium heat, reduce lemon juice until almost evaporated, about 4-5 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning. Quickly incorporate cream and whisk until combined. Continue simmering until the cream thickens enough to coat a spoon, approximately 5-6 minutes. Reduce heat to low.
Whisk in 2-3 cold butter pieces, ensuring each addition melts fully before adding more. Incorporate another 2-3 butter cubes, being mindful of the sauce's temperature to avoid separation. Gradually add the remaining butter, a few pieces at a time, until fully emulsified into the cream, roughly 8-10 minutes. Season with salt, cayenne pepper, and 2 generous tablespoons of freshly chopped parsley. Whisk thoroughly to combine. Keep warm until serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 242 kcal
Fat Content: 26 g
Fiber Content: 3 g
Sugar Content: 0 g
Sodium Content: 55 mg
Protein Content: 2 g
Cholesterol Content: 79 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 7 g
Saturated Fat Content: 16 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g