Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for a seafood white wine sauce. This sauce pairs well with various seafood dishes, such as pasta, fish, or shellfish.
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup dry white wine (such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup seafood stock or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: red pepper flakes for a bit of heat
Instructions:
- Sauté Aromatics:
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Deglaze with Wine:
- Pour in the white wine and increase the heat to medium-high.
- Bring the wine to a simmer, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release any browned bits.
- Allow the wine to reduce by half, which should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Liquids:
- Once the wine has reduced, add the seafood stock or chicken broth.
- Bring the mixture back to a simmer and let it cook for another 3-4 minutes.
- Incorporate Cream:
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream.
- Simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Finish the Sauce:
- Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, and butter to the sauce.
- Stir until the butter is melted and the sauce is well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- If desired, add a pinch of red pepper flakes for some heat.
- Serve and Garnish:
- Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.
- Serve the sauce over your choice of seafood, pasta, or as a base for a seafood dish.
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, let it simmer a bit longer until it reaches your desired consistency.
- This sauce pairs well with shrimp, scallops, mussels, clams, and various types of fish.
Enjoy your delicious seafood white wine sauce!