Shallot and Red Wine Sauce
Elevate your culinary creations with this rich and velvety Shallot and Red Wine Sauce! Perfectly balancing the sweetness of caramelized shallots and the bold depth of dry red wine, this sauce is simmered with savory beef or vegetable stock, balsamic vinegar, and a hint of fresh thyme for an herbaceous finish. Whether you're dressing up a perfectly cooked steak, a tender lamb chop, or even roasted vegetables, this versatile sauce adds a touch of elegance to any meal. With just 10 minutes of prep time and easy-to-follow steps, you’ll have a restaurant-quality sauce ready in under 30 minutes. Try this luxurious red wine reduction to impress guests or treat yourself to gourmet flavor at home!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 medium shallots, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 1 cup beef or vegetable stock
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
Directions
Step 1
Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the finely chopped shallots and sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until they become soft and translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Step 3
Pour in the red wine and increase the heat to medium-high. Bring the wine to a boil and allow it to reduce by half, which will take about 5-7 minutes.
Step 4
After the wine has reduced, add the beef or vegetable stock, balsamic vinegar, and fresh thyme leaves. Stir to combine.
Step 5
Lower the heat to medium and simmer the sauce for 8-10 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Step 6
Season the sauce with ground black pepper and kosher salt to taste. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 7
Optional: For a smoother consistency, strain the sauce through a fine mesh sieve into a clean saucepan, discarding the solids.
Step 8
Serve immediately over your choice of steak, lamb, or roasted vegetables for a luxurious finish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (604.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 491.9 |
| Total Fat 24.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.2g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1035.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 24.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.0g | |
| Protein 4.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 77.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 684.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories