Low Sodium Classic Butter Sauce (Beurre Blanc)

Elevate your culinary creations with this Low Sodium Classic Butter Sauce (Beurre Blanc), a refined French-inspired delight tailored to health-conscious cooks. This velvety, low-sodium sauce is crafted with unsalted butter, aromatic shallots, a splash of white wine, and a hint of lemon juice for a perfectly balanced, tangy finish. By reducing the traditional salt content without compromising on flavor, this recipe maintains its rich, creamy character while offering a heart-healthier alternative. Ideal for draping over poached fish, steamed vegetables, or tender grilled chicken, this versatile sauce promises to add sophistication and depth to any meal. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, it’s the perfect way to impress with minimal effort!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 10 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons shallot, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Prepare all ingredients by measuring the butter, chopping the shallot, and gathering all other substances required.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the chopped shallot, white wine vinegar, and dry white wine.

Step 3

Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it reduce until about 2 tablespoons of liquid remain, approximately 8-10 minutes.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and add the heavy cream, stirring to combine.

Step 5

Cut the unsalted butter into small cubes for easier incorporation.

Step 6

Gradually whisk the butter cubes into the reduced mixture over low heat. Add only a few cubes at a time, allowing them to melt and blend before adding more.

Step 7

Continue whisking in butter until the sauce is smooth, thickened, and all butter has been incorporated.

Step 8

Season the sauce with freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Stir in the lemon juice to enhance the flavor while maintaining the sauce's low sodium quality.

Step 10

Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the shallot pieces and achieve a silky texture.

Step 11

Serve the beurre blanc immediately as a warm sauce over your choice of dish, such as poached fish, steamed vegetables, or grilled chicken.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(456.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1328.8

Total Fat 130.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 340mg	0%
Sodium 43.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 9.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g	0%
Total Sugars 3.5g
Protein 1.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 52.3mg	0%
Iron 0.8mg	0%
Potassium 257.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 96.5%

Protein: 0.5%

Carbs: 3.0%