What is beurre monté?
Beurre monté · French
Butter whisked into a splash of water so it stays creamy and emulsified, used to poach or gloss food.
What it tastes like
Clean, sweet butter in a silky, pourable form. It makes whatever it touches taste richer and look shiny.
Where you’ll see it
On butter-poached lobster and seafood, and for finishing vegetables and sauces at fine-dining restaurants.