Orange Butter Sauce (Beurre Blanc) for Seafood

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Orange Butter Sauce (Beurre Blanc) for Seafood
25 min.
4
463kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your seafood dishes to new heights? Look no further than this exquisite Orange Butter Sauce, also known as Beurre Blanc. This luxurious sauce, with its vibrant citrus flavor and creamy texture, perfectly complements a variety of seafood, making it a delightful addition to your culinary repertoire.

One of the standout features of this recipe is its versatility; it's not only vegetarian-friendly but also gluten-free, ensuring that it caters to various dietary preferences without compromising on taste. Imagine serving up succulent fish or shellfish drizzled with a luscious sauce that balances the rich flavors of the ocean with the bright notes of fresh oranges.

In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this elegant sauce that will impress your family and guests alike. The key to its silky-smooth finish lies in the careful incorporation of cold unsalted butter, creating an indulgent emulsion that wraps around your seafood beautifully. With less than 500 calories for four servings, this dish allows you to indulge without the guilt.

Whether you’re planning a special dinner or simply want to enjoy a weeknight meal that feels gourmet, this Orange Butter Sauce is your ticket to culinary bliss. Dive into the recipe and transform your seafood experience today!

Ingredients

  •  oranges 
  • 0.5 cup white wine 
  • teaspoons shallots minced
  • 0.5 pound butter unsalted (2 sticks)
  • servings salt and pepper white

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Make a syrup with orange zest, orange juice, wine, and shallots: Zest half of one orange (about 2 teaspoons) and juice the two oranges (about 3/4 cup).
  2. Put the juice, zest, wine and shallots in a sauce pan on medium high heat.
  3. Cook until it is syrupy and almost gone.
  4. Slowly whisk in butter: On low heat, whisk in the butter continuously and vigorously, 1 tablespoon at a time.
  5. Butter is the only emulsifier for this sauce, and if you slowly add it, continuously stirring, the sauce will achieve a silky smooth texture. Do not let the sauce boil!
  6. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts

Calories463kcal
Protein1.01%
Fat91.32%
Carbs7.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.88
Glycemic Load
2.77
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
6.1939132161762%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.02mg
Catechin
0.23mg
Epicatechin
0.17mg
Hesperetin
17.97mg
Naringenin
10.15mg
Luteolin
0.12mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
0.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:462.64kcal
23.13%
Fat:46.07g
70.87%
Saturated Fat:29.14g
182.09%
Carbohydrates:8.71g
2.9%
Net Carbohydrates:7.11g
2.58%
Sugar:6.53g
7.25%
Cholesterol:121.9mg
40.63%
Sodium:201.65mg
8.77%
Alcohol:3.09g
100%
Alcohol %:2.55%
100%
Protein:1.14g
2.29%
Vitamin C:34.93mg
42.33%
Vitamin A:1564.32IU
31.29%
Vitamin E:1.43mg
9.56%
Fiber:1.6g
6.42%
Vitamin D:0.85µg
5.67%
Folate:21.99µg
5.5%
Potassium:156.84mg
4.48%
Calcium:43mg
4.3%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.13%
Vitamin K:4.1µg
3.9%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.97%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.95%
Phosphorus:28.78mg
2.88%
Manganese:0.06mg
2.86%
Magnesium:10.9mg
2.72%
Vitamin B5:0.24mg
2.43%
Copper:0.04mg
2.04%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.61%
Selenium:0.94µg
1.34%
Vitamin B3:0.24mg
1.21%