Best 7 Pungent Parsley And Caper Sauce Recipes

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**Aromatic and bursting with flavor, parsley and caper sauce is a versatile condiment that elevates any dish it graces. Its vibrant green color and zesty taste make it a popular choice for grilled meats, fish, and vegetables.**

**This versatile sauce is incredibly easy to make and can be tailored to your personal taste preferences. With a few simple ingredients like fresh parsley, capers, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil, you can create a sauce that is both flavorful and herbaceous.**

**This article provides you with three unique recipes for parsley and caper sauce, each offering a slightly different flavor profile. Whether you prefer a classic, tangy sauce, a creamy, garlicky sauce, or a spicy, piquant sauce, you're sure to find a recipe here that suits your taste buds.**

**Dive into the world of parsley and caper sauce and discover how this simple condiment can transform your everyday meals into culinary masterpieces.**

Let's cook with our recipes!

ITALIAN SALSA VERDE WITH PARSLEY AND CAPERS RECIPE



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This bright green sauce made from parsley, olive oil, and garlic is thick and rich, with a briny kick. It's delicious with poached and simmered meats, eggs, and on sandwiches.

Provided by Daniel Gritzer

Categories     Salsa

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bunch flat-leaf parsley leaves and tender stems (3-ounce; 80g), roughly chopped
2 tablespoons salted capers (3/4 ounce; 25g), soaked in cold water for 10 minutes to remove excess salt
4 oil-packed anchovy fillets (about 1/2 ounce; 15g)
2 medium cloves garlic
1 large hard boiled egg
2 tablespoons (30ml) fresh juice from 1 lemon
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons (90ml) extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • In a blender jar, or using an immersion blender, purée together parsley, capers, anchovies, garlic, boiled egg, and lemon juice until creamy; scrape down sides as necessary to blend everything evenly. Add olive oil and pulse briefly to emulsify. Season with salt.
  • Salsa verde can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 85 mg, Sugar 0 g, Fat 6 g, ServingSize Makes about 1 cup, UnsaturatedFat 0 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.

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.

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

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.)

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

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

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Chop the parsley and capers finely so that they distribute evenly throughout the sauce.
  • If you don't have white wine vinegar, you can use lemon juice or another mild vinegar.
  • Season the sauce to taste with salt and pepper. You may also want to add a pinch of sugar or honey if you find it too tart.
  • Serve the sauce immediately over your favorite grilled or roasted meats, fish, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

This pungent parsley and caper sauce is a versatile condiment that can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a way to spice up your meal, give this sauce a try.

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