This is one of those grown-up recipes everyone should know how to make. It is inspired by Ratio: The Simple Codes Behind the Craft of Everyday Cooking by the brilliant culinary communicator Michael Ruhlman. This is one of the most influential books in my kitchen library and should be in yours. This is a text we will return to often…yes. Yes I have a kitchen library. Don’t you?
This cannabis-infused Hollandaise sauce follows the classic 6:1:1 ratio – six parts butter, one part egg yolk, and one part liquid. The key is a gentle emulsification to create a rich, velvety sauce. We’ll infuse clarified butter with cannabis before incorporating it into the emulsion.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup (170 g) cannabis-infused clarified butter (recipe below)
- 3 large egg yolks
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (or white wine vinegar)
- 1 tbsp water
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
For the Cannabis-Infused Clarified Butter
- Decarboxylation: Preheat your oven to 240 F (115 C). Grind 3.5 g (⅛ oz) of dried cannabis flower and spread it evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 30-40 minutes, shaking occasionally.
- Infusion: Melt 1 cup (225 g) of unsalted butter over low heat. Add the decarbed cannabis and simmer for 45-60 minutes, keeping the temperature below 200 F (93 C). Strain through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth.
Hollandaise Sauce Instructions
- Prepare a Double Boiler:
- Bring a few inches of water to a simmer in a pot. Place a heatproof bowl over the pot, ensuring the bottom doesn’t touch the water.
- Whisk the Yolks:
- In the bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, lemon juice, and water. Whisk constantly over gentle heat until the mixture thickens and forms ribbons when lifted.
- Emulsify the Butter:
- Remove the bowl from heat and slowly drizzle in the warm cannabis-infused clarified butter, whisking vigorously to create an emulsion. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a few drops of warm water to adjust consistency.
- Season and Serve:
- Stir in salt and cayenne pepper. Serve immediately over eggs Benedict, asparagus, or grilled fish.
Tips for Success
- Temperature Control: Keep the heat low and whisk continuously to prevent the yolks from scrambling.
- Fixing a Broken Sauce: If the sauce separates, whisk a teaspoon of warm water into it slowly or start fresh with a new egg yolk and slowly add the broken sauce.
- Dosage Consideration: The potency depends on the strain and amount of cannabis used. Start with a small serving to assess effects.
This rich, buttery Hollandaise sauce elevates any dish while delivering a smooth, controlled cannabis experience. Enjoy responsibly!
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