Lemon Curd

Name: Lemon Curd
Ingredients: 4 large egg yolks; 4 1/2 ounces granulated sugar; 3 ounces fresh lemon juice; 2 ounces unsalted butter, softened and cut into pieces; 1 pinch salt; 2 teaspoons lemons, zest of, finely grated (optional)

6 ingredients

6 steps

Ingredients

4 large egg yolks
4 1/2 ounces granulated sugar
3 ounces fresh lemon juice
2 ounces unsalted butter, softened and cut into pieces
1 pinch salt
2 teaspoons lemons, zest of, finely grated (optional)

Directions

1

In a non-reactive saucepan, whisk yolk and sugar until well combined.
2

Add remaining ingredients except lemon zest.
3

Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly (Do not whisk), until thickened and you see the first bubble.
4

DO NOT ALLOW TO BOIL.
5

Pour through strainer, stir in zest.
6

chill in refrigerator with plastic wrap pressed on top of curd to prevent skin forming.