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Basil Emulsion

A vibrant basil-infused sauce with a creamy, emulsified texture

BEN LIPPETTBEN LIPPETT
SummerQuick & Easy#basil-sauce#emulsion#herb-oil

Steps

  1. 1Blend basil and oil

    Blend the fresh basil with the neutral oil until smooth and vibrant green.

    BasilVegetable oil
  2. 2Prepare the emulsion base

    In a bowl, combine the egg yolks, Dijon mustard, juice from the lemon, and salt.

    Egg yolkLemonDijon mustardSalt
  3. 3Emulsify the sauce

    Slowly drizzle the basil oil into the egg yolk mixture while whisking continuously until thick and emulsified.

    Add the oil very slowly at first to prevent the emulsion from breaking. If it does break, start with a fresh yolk and slowly whisk in the broken mixture.

    Vegetable oilEgg yolk
  4. 4Adjust and serve

    Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if needed. Use immediately or store refrigerated.

    This emulsion is delicate and best used fresh. It pairs well with fish, grilled vegetables, or as a finishing sauce.

    SaltLemon