🌶️ Gochujang Brown Butter Hollandaise

Add a bold Korean twist to the classic Hollandaise sauce! This rich and creamy recipe combines nutty brown butter, spicy gochujang, and a touch of honey for the perfect balance of savory, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors. It’s an excellent sauce for eggs, grilled vegetables, seafood, and steaks.

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📝 Ingredients

* 🥚 3 egg yolks

* 🧈 ½ cup unsalted butter

* 🌶️ 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)

* 🍋 1 tbsp lemon juice

* 🍶 1 tbsp rice vinegar

* 🍯 1 tsp honey

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👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Melt the butter over medium heat until it turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma. Set aside.

2. In a heatproof bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, lemon juice, and rice vinegar over gently simmering water until thickened.

3. Slowly drizzle in the browned butter while whisking constantly until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.

4. Stir in the gochujang and honey until fully combined.

5. Serve immediately while warm.

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🍽️ Best Served With

* 🍳 Eggs Benedict

* 🥩 Grilled steak

* 🦐 Shrimp or salmon

* 🌿 Roasted asparagus

* 🥦 Steamed vegetables

* 🍗 Grilled chicken

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💡 Tips

* 🔥 Keep the heat low to prevent the eggs from scrambling.

* 🧈 Add the butter gradually for a silky, stable emulsion.

* 🌶️ Adjust the amount of gochujang to suit your preferred spice level.

* 🍋 Add a little extra lemon juice for a brighter, tangier flavor.

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⏱️ Prep Time: 10 minutes

🔥 Cook Time: 10 minutes

🍽️ Servings: 4