Description
Elevate your dining experience with this delectable Peppercorn Sauce – Creamy, Savory & Perfect for Steak. This rich and flavorful sauce features a harmonious blend of crushed peppercorns, shallots, and creamy goodness, making it the perfect accompaniment to grilled meats or roasted vegetables. With its luxurious texture and versatile flavor profile, this sauce can transform any meal into a gourmet experience. Whether you’re hosting a special dinner or enjoying a cozy family meal, this easy-to-make sauce will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter or oil for sautéing
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1–2 tsp coarsely crushed black peppercorns
- ½ cup apple juice or dry apple vinegar
- 1 cup chicken or beef stock
- ¾ cup heavy cream or milk/coconut cream
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Worcestershire sauce, a few drops (optional)
- Fresh thyme or rosemary for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter or oil. Sauté chopped shallots and minced garlic until fragrant and soft (about 2–3 minutes).
- Coarsely crush black peppercorns using a mortar and pestle.
- Deglaze the skillet with apple juice or stock, scraping browned bits from the bottom.
- Stir in chicken or beef stock and heavy cream; bring to a simmer until slightly thickened.
- Whisk in optional Dijon mustard and season with salt. Add Worcestershire sauce if desired.
- Adjust consistency by simmering longer for thickness or adding more liquid if too thick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg