Vegan Rahmsauce

Indulge in the creamy, savory delight of Vegan Rahmsauce, a plant-based twist on the traditional German cream sauce. This recipe pairs earthy button mushrooms with velvety coconut milk and a hint of umami from soy sauce and nutritional yeast, creating a rich, dairy-free sauce ideal for pasta, potatoes, or roasted vegetables. The aromatic pairing of sautéed onions and garlic builds a flavorful base, while a quick cornstarch slurry ensures the perfect smooth and luscious texture. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's a simple yet elegant dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Impressively versatile and packed with wholesome ingredients, this vegan cream sauce will become a staple in your recipe repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 200 grams Button mushrooms, sliced
• 250 milliliters Vegetable broth
• 200 milliliters Coconut milk (full fat, canned)
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Cold water
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, cooking until the mushrooms are softened, about 5 minutes more.

Step 4

Add the vegetable broth to the pan, bring to a simmer, and let cook for 3 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the coconut milk, nutritional yeast, and soy sauce, stirring to combine.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with cold water, then add this slurry to the sauce, stirring constantly until the sauce begins to thicken.

Step 7

Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 8

Let the sauce simmer for another 2 minutes until fully thickened and smooth.

Step 9

Remove from heat, stir in the chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately over your favorite pasta or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(876.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1023.0

Total Fat 79.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2411.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.1g	0%
Total Sugars 19.3g
Protein 24.7g	0%

Vitamin D 20IU	0%
Calcium 134.7mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 2134.4mg	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: 66.4%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 24.4%