Vegetarian Sauce Poivre

Elevate your vegetarian cooking with this rich and creamy Vegetarian Sauce Poivre, the perfect twist on the classic French peppercorn sauce. Bursting with warm, peppery flavor from coarsely crushed black peppercorns, this indulgent sauce is balanced with the smooth richness of heavy cream or plant-based cream, making it completely customizable for any diet. Sautéed shallots and garlic provide a savory foundation, while a splash of cognac or brandy adds depth and sophistication. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this versatile sauce pairs wonderfully with grilled vegetables, pasta, or plant-based proteins, making it a luxurious yet easy addition to your repertoire. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's a quick way to transform weeknight meals into a gourmet experience. Keywords: vegetarian sauce poivre, French peppercorn sauce, creamy vegetarian recipe, plant-based peppercorn sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Black peppercorns
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Shallots, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 cup Vegetable broth
• 0.25 cup Cognac or brandy
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream or plant-based cream
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Lightly crush the black peppercorns using a mortar and pestle or a rolling pin. They should be coarsely cracked, not ground.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once heated, add the shallots and garlic, sautéing until the shallots are translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the coarsely crushed black peppercorns to the saucepan and cook for an additional minute to release their flavor.

Step 4

Carefully pour in the cognac or brandy, standing back as the fumes can ignite. Allow it to cook for about 1 minute or until the alcohol smell dissipates.

Step 5

Add the vegetable broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer and allow it to cook for about 5 minutes to reduce slightly.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream or plant-based cream. Let the sauce simmer gently for another 5-7 minutes until it thickens slightly. Stir occasionally.

Step 7

Season the sauce with salt, adjusting to taste. Remove from heat.

Step 8

Finish the sauce by stirring in the fresh parsley.

Step 9

Serve immediately over your choice of grilled vegetables, pasta, or a plant-based protein.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(480.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	943.0

Total Fat 73.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 134.1mg	0%
Sodium 1787.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 31.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.1g	0%
Total Sugars 7.9g
Protein 8.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 198.3mg	0%
Iron 3.0mg	0%
Potassium 754.6mg	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: 80.6%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 15.2%