How to Finish a Dish with Butter: Monter au Beurre
Elevate your sauces and dishes with the classic French technique of finishing with butter, known as Monter au Beurre, for a rich and velvety texture.
Notes
Using cold butter is crucial for creating a smooth emulsion. Adding butter to a sauce that's too hot can cause it to break.
Steps
- 1 Ensure your sauce is hot and reduced to the desired consistency before beginning.
- 2 Cut cold butter into small cubes for easy incorporation.
- 3 Remove the sauce from heat to prevent the butter from separating.
- 4 Add the butter cubes one at a time, whisking continuously until fully melted and smooth.
- 5 Keep whisking until the sauce becomes glossy and velvety.
- 6 Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, as butter can mute flavors slightly.
- 7 Serve immediately to enjoy the luxurious texture.
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