The best dill sauce under the sun: an honest recipe like Grandma's

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  • Easy to prepare
  • 4 serving
  • 35 minutes
Jan, 21. 01. 2026

Dill sauce is a Czech classic that many people remember as the taste of childhood and the scent of home. A delicate, creamy sauce with fresh dill is best served with boiled potatoes or an egg and complements a wide range of traditional dishes. If you’re interested in other variations of this beloved recipe, try the honest dill sauce made from stock with a yeast dumpling, which pairs excellently with a homemade dumpling and meaty side dishes.

For 4 serving

Ingredients

For the dill sauce:

For serving:

Preparation procedure

  • In a pot over medium heat melt the butter. Add the plain flour and, stirring constantly, make a light roux that must not brown.
  • Pour in the milk and whisk quickly to prevent lumps. Then gradually add the stock and cook until the sauce is smooth and lightly thickened.
  • Season with salt and pepper and add the cream. Simmer over low heat for about 3 more minutes.
  • Finely chop the fresh dill and stir it into the sauce. Briefly simmer, then season with sugar and vinegar. The resulting flavor should be mildly sweet-and-sour.
  • Serve with boiled potatoes and an egg, or with beef or a homemade dumpling.

Total preparation time

35 minutes

Number of servings

4 servings

Recipe conclusion

Dill sauce is proof that even a few basic ingredients can produce a dish with an unmistakable character and a strong tradition. A properly balanced sweet-and-sour flavor, quality butter and fresh dill are the foundation of this recipe’s success.