Description
Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of this Red Wine Mushroom Sauce that pairs perfectly with steaks or roasted vegetables. The combination of red wine, mushrooms, and shallots creates a luxurious sauce that elevates any dish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons butter (unsalted)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 oz mushrooms (shiitake, portobello, or oyster), sliced
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¾ cup red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot)
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional:
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for thickening)
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream (for creamier texture)
Instructions
- Sauté Mushrooms: In a skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add mushrooms and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in shallots and garlic, cooking until fragrant.
- Deglaze: Pour in red wine, scraping up any browned bits. Add beef broth, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Thicken (Optional): If desired, whisk in flour to thicken the sauce.
- Finish: Simmer for 10-15 minutes, then stir in heavy cream for a creamy texture.
- Serve: Pour over your favorite dish and enjoy!
Notes
- This sauce pairs well with grilled steak, roasted chicken, or pasta.
- For a vegetarian option, use vegetable broth instead of beef broth.
- You can customize the thickness of the sauce by adjusting the amount of flour used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: Red wine sauce, mushroom sauce, savory sauce, vegetarian sauce