Best 8 Pungent Parsley And Caper Sauce Recipes

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Are you in search of a unique and flavorful sauce that can elevate your culinary creations? Look no further than the pungent parsley and caper sauce. This exquisite sauce is a symphony of bold flavors that will dance on your palate. Made with a combination of fresh parsley, tangy capers, and a hint of garlic, this sauce is sure to bring life to any dish. Whether you're using it as a marinade for grilled meats, a topping for roasted vegetables, or a dipping sauce for appetizers, the pungent parsley and caper sauce will add an unforgettable layer of flavor that will leave your taste buds craving more.

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PUNGENT PARSLEY AND CAPER SAUCE



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This irresistible sauce is a variation of Italian salsa verde, which is often served with cold meat. This sauce also goes well with grains, vegetables and fish, or it can simply be spooned onto bread.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     weekday, condiments, sauces and gravies

Time 20m

Yield About 1 1/3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ounce Italian or French bread, crusts removed
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, Champagne vinegar or sherry vinegar
1 garlic clove, halved, green shoot removed
1 cup, tightly packed, flat-leaf parsley leaves
1 tablespoon mint or basil leaves
2 tablespoons capers
1 hard-boiled egg yolk
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
Salt
freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the bread and vinegar, and toss together. Let sit for 10 minutes, then tear the bread into small pieces.
  • Turn on a food processor fitted with the steel blade, and drop in the garlic. Once it is chopped and adhering to the sides of the bowl, stop the processor and scrape down the sides of the bowl. Add the herbs to the processor, and pulse several times until contents are finely chopped. Add the bread, capers and egg yolk to the bowl, and turn on the processor for about 30 seconds. Stop and scrape down the sides, then turn on again and add the olive oil in a slow stream. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 149, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 70 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

TOMATO SAUCE WITH CAPERS AND VINEGAR



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There are so many ways to enjoy this sauce. You can serve it with pasta or grains, over vegetables (try it with cauliflower) or on a bruschetta. I recently tried it with Israeli couscous, sautéed in olive oil then simmered in stock and topped with this sauce.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, quick, condiments, sauces and gravies

Time 30m

Yield About 1 1/4 cups, serving four to six

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
1 large garlic clove, minced
1 pound fresh tomatoes, grated, or 1 can chopped tomatoes
1 basil sprig
1 tablespoon capers, rinsed and finely chopped
Salt
freshly ground pepper to taste
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar (more to taste)
1 to 2 tablespoons minced parsley or slivered basil (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a medium heavy saucepan. Add the onion. Cook, stirring often, until tender, about five minutes. Stir in the garlic. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in the tomatoes, basil sprig, capers, salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, stir and reduce the heat. Simmer 10 to 15 minutes until cooked down and very fragrant. Remove the basil sprig. Stir in the vinegar, the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the optional parsley or basil. Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve hot or cold.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 60, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 220 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

LEMON CAPER BUTTER SAUCE



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This simple lemon caper butter sauce is the perfect accompaniment to sauteed sole.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon capers
½ teaspoon butter
2 lemons, juiced
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons cold butter
1 teaspoon chopped fresh savory

Steps:

  • Crush capers in a small bowl with the back of a spoon.
  • Melt 1/2 teaspoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat until the butter foams and is golden; saute capers until fragrant, about 15 seconds. Add lemon juice, bring to a simmer, and cook, stirring frequently, until liquid is reduced by one-third, 1 to 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
  • Stir cold butter and savory into lemon mixture, stirring constantly until butter is completely melted and sauce is shiny and thick, about 1 minute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.6 g, Cholesterol 66.4 mg, Fat 25.8 g, Fiber 10.9 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Sodium 594.7 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

PICKLE AND CAPER SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Yield about 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup small pickles ("cornichons"), drained
1/4 cup each drained capers (if they are large, chop them roughly), finely diced red onion and slivered Kalamata olives
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
Olive oil to taste
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Finely dice the pickles and blend them with the capers, red onion and black olives; let the mixture sit until ready to serve. At the last moment, blend in parsley and olive oil to taste and season with salt and pepper.

PARSLEY & CAPER DRESSING



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Enjoy this punchy parsley and caper dressing with our roasted rack of lamb. Make it as chunky or smooth as you like by chopping or blitzing in a blender

Provided by Barney Desmazery

Categories     Condiment

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tbsp capers, drained
small bunch of flat-leaf parsley
2 tsp Dijon mustard
4 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Finely chop the capers and parsley by hand.
  • Tip the chopped parsley and capers into a bowl and stir through the mustard, olive oil and vinegar to make a dressing. Alternatively, tip everything into a mini chopper and blitz until it's as smooth as you want it. Serve with the lamb chops and potatoes. Will keep chilled for up to three days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Fat 23 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 1 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 1.1 milligram of sodium

LEMON, CAPER AND PARSLEY PAN SAUCE



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Make and share this Lemon, Caper and Parsley Pan Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Borealis Beegirl

Categories     Sauces

Time 13m

Yield 1/2 cup, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 medium shallot, minced
1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
3/4 cup chicken broth
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon capers, rinsed and chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 tablespoon butter
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Add oil to empty skilled used to cook chicken and return pan to low heat.
  • Add shallot and cook, stirring often, until softened,
  • Add flour and cook stirring constantly for 30 seconds.
  • Add broth, increase heat to medium high and bring to simmer, scraping pan bottom to loosen browned bits. Simmer rapidly until reduced to 1/2 cup. Stir in any accumulated chicken juices, and return to simmer and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Turn off heat, and whisk in lemon juice, capers, parsley and butter, season with salt and pepper.
  • Spoon over cutlets and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 29.1, Fat 2.7, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 3.8, Sodium 114.1, Carbohydrate 0.7, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 0.6

SALSA VERDE (CAPER AND PARSLEY SAUCE)



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Categories     Sauce     Food Processor     Herb     Mustard     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Vinegar     Shallot     Parsley     Capers     Gourmet

Yield Makes 2/3 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons capers, preferably packed in salt, or drained bottled capers
1/2 cup packed fresh flat-leafed parsley leaves
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped shallot
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon chopped garlic
1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar

Steps:

  • If using capers packed in salt, in a small bowl soak in water to cover by 2 inches for 15 minutes and drain. In a food processor combine all ingredients except vinegar and finely chop. Salsa verde may be prepared up to this point 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Bring salsa verde to room temperature before proceeding. Just before serving, stir in vinegar.

CAPER-PARSLEY SAUCE



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Categories     Sauce     Fish     Garlic     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Lemon     Parsley     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 1 1/3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

2/3 cup olive oil
6 tablespoons drained capers
6 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
6 anchovy fillets, chopped
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 large garlic cloves, halved

Steps:

  • Blend all ingredients in processor until coarse puree forms. Season sauce with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.)

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the final flavor of your sauce.
  • Use a sharp knife to chop your herbs and capers. This will help to release their flavors.
  • Don't overcook the sauce. Just heat it until the butter is melted and the flavors have had a chance to meld.
  • Serve the sauce immediately. It is best when it is fresh.
  • Use the sauce on grilled or roasted fish, chicken, or vegetables. It is also a great addition to pasta dishes.

Conclusion:

Parsley and caper sauce is a versatile and flavorful sauce that can be used on a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy way to add some flavor to your meal, give parsley and caper sauce a try.

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