Sauce Poivre

Elevate your next steak dinner with the bold, luxurious flavors of Sauce Poivre, a classic French peppercorn sauce that's as elegant as it is indulgent. This rich and creamy sauce features a tantalizing blend of coarsely crushed black peppercorns, buttery sautéed shallots, and a splash of cognac or brandy, all perfectly balanced with beef stock and velvety heavy cream. Whether you choose to flambé the cognac for added drama or let it simmer gently, this sauce reduces to a silky, flavor-packed masterpiece. Ready in just 30 minutes and ideal for pairing with grilled steaks, roasted meats, or even hearty vegetables, Sauce Poivre is a must-try recipe for a gourmet dining experience at home. Adjust the texture to your liking—rustic or smooth—and savor every bite of this delectable steakhouse favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons shallots
• 1 fourth cup cognac or brandy
• 1 cup beef stock
• 1 half cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Coarsely crush the black peppercorns using a mortar and pestle or by placing them in a sealed plastic bag and crushing them with a rolling pin.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until frothy.

Step 3

Add the chopped shallots to the saucepan and sauté until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the crushed peppercorns to the pan with the shallots and stir well to incorporate.

Step 5

Carefully pour in the cognac or brandy, and let it simmer for a few minutes to allow the alcohol to evaporate. If you're using a gas stove, you can ignite it carefully for a flambe effect.

Step 6

Pour in the beef stock and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes or until the liquid is reduced by half.

Step 7

Stir in the heavy cream and continue to simmer gently until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency, approximately another 5 minutes.

Step 8

Season the sauce with salt to taste, adjusting as necessary.

Step 9

Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve if you prefer a smoother texture, or serve it as it is for a more rustic appearance.

Step 10

Serve the Sauce Poivre hot over grilled steaks or your choice of meat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(480.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	793.7

Total Fat 63.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 185.8mg	0%
Sodium 3443.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 8.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g	0%
Total Sugars 1.7g
Protein 4.1g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 58.9mg	0%
Iron 1.3mg	0%
Potassium 297.0mg	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: 92.2%

Protein: 2.6%

Carbs: 5.1%