bearnaise

noun

Meaning

A creamy, emulsified sauce made of clarified butter, egg yolks, shallots, tarragon, and vinegar.

Examples

  • The restaurant is famous for serving its signature filet mignon with a side of bearnaise.
  • Making a proper bearnaise requires patience to ensure the butter and egg yolks emulsify without curdling.

Synonyms: sauce, condiment, emulsion, hollandaise