A classic French butter sauce that’s rich, velvety, and perfect for drizzling over seafood or vegetables.

Ingredients

  • 125ml dry white wine
  • 30ml white wine vinegar
  • 1 shallot
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 340g butter

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, bring the wine and vinegar with the shallot, pepper, and salt to a boil. Allow to reduce until almost dry. Pass through a sieve, if desired, and put back in the pan.
  2. On low heat, add the butter gradually, one or two cubes at a time, whisking constantly.