For an even deeper nutty flavor, toast the walnuts in a dry pan for a few minutes before adding them to the brown butter. Be vigilant while browning the butter, as it can quickly burn. The color should be a light-tan, resembling hazelnut. Fresh tarragon is highly recommended, but in a pinch, you can substitute 1 teaspoon of dried tarragon. Serve immediately over pan-seared fish, grilled chicken, or roasted vegetables.
Tarragon Walnut Brown Butter Sauce
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME20 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS51
Elevate your next seafood dish with this simple, yet elegant, brown butter sauce. The nutty notes of browned butter and toasted walnuts dance with the bright, citrusy lemon and herbaceous tarragon, creating a symphony of flavors that will awaken your palate.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate2 g
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Cholesterol23 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein1 g
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Saturated Fat6 g
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Sodium2 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Fat11 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepIn a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. (1 minute)
02
StepContinue cooking, swirling the pan occasionally, until the butter transforms into a light-tan hue, emitting a delightful nutty aroma. (6-10 minutes)
03
StepIncorporate the chopped walnuts into the browned butter; stir continuously until their fragrance intensifies, ensuring they become beautifully toasted. (1 minute)
04
StepIntroduce the fresh lemon juice to the pan, then promptly remove it from the heat source. (30 seconds)
05
StepGently fold in the chopped fresh tarragon, allowing its essence to meld harmoniously with the other ingredients. (30 seconds)
06
StepSeason the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your liking, adjusting the seasoning to achieve the perfect balance. (15 seconds)
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Princess Aufderhar
Jun 25, 2025The nutty flavor of the browned butter with the lemon and tarragon is simply divine. I made it for my family last night and they all raved about it!
Glennie Dubuque
Apr 28, 2025I've made this sauce a few times now, and it's always a hit. It's so versatile and adds so much flavor to everything.
Dameon Oconnell
Apr 27, 2025Great recipe! I didn't have tarragon on hand, so I substituted with chives. Still tasted good.
Kayla Friesen
Apr 2, 2025Easy to follow and the sauce was delicious. I used it on some pan-seared scallops and it was perfect.
Jalyn Cronin
Mar 7, 2025This sauce is incredible! I drizzled it over grilled salmon and it was a match made in heaven.
Julianne Hahn
Dec 19, 2024I added a little shallot when browning the butter and it gave it another layer of flavor. Definitely recommend!