Low Sodium Sauce Poivre

Elevate your meals with this rich and flavorful Low Sodium Sauce Poivre, a healthier spin on the classic French peppercorn sauce. Perfectly balancing indulgence with a mindful approach to sodium, this velvety sauce is crafted with aromatic black peppercorns, sautéed shallots, a touch of brandy, and creamy low sodium beef stock. With the addition of low sodium soy sauce and fresh thyme, it delivers depth and complexity without overwhelming saltiness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this sauce is ideal for drizzling over juicy steaks, roasted vegetables, or even a plant-based protein for a gourmet touch. Whether you're looking to impress at a dinner party or upgrade a weeknight meal, this low sodium version of Sauce Poivre is sure to delight your taste buds while supporting your health-conscious lifestyle.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Black peppercorns
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 medium Shallot
• 1 tablespoon Brandy
• 1 cup Low sodium beef stock
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Low sodium soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves

Directions

Step 1

Crush the black peppercorns to a coarse texture using a mortar and pestle or by placing them in a plastic bag and hitting them gently with a rolling pin.

Step 2

Finely mince the shallot.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the minced shallot to the pan and sauté for about 3 minutes or until the shallot becomes translucent.

Step 5

Add the crushed black peppercorns to the saucepan and cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Carefully add the brandy to the pan, and let it cook until the alcohol has evaporated, about 1 minute.

Step 7

Pour in the low sodium beef stock, scraping up any bits stuck to the pan with a wooden spoon.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and allow the mixture to simmer and reduce by half, approximately 5-7 minutes.

Step 9

Stir in the heavy cream and the low sodium soy sauce, then bring the sauce to a gentle simmer again. Let it reduce for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 10

Once the sauce has thickened to your liking, remove it from the heat and stir in the fresh thyme leaves.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, but remember it’s a low sodium sauce so be cautious.

Step 12

Serve the Sauce Poivre warm over your dish of choice, such as a steak or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(575.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1102.6

Total Fat 104.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 302mg	0%
Sodium 421.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 12.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g	0%
Total Sugars 3.2g
Protein 4.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 66.4mg	0%
Iron 1.2mg	0%
Potassium 266.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 93.3%

Protein: 1.6%

Carbs: 5.0%