Description
Elevate your dining experience with this delightful Peppercorn Sauce – Creamy, Savory & Perfect for Steak! This rich sauce is a quick and easy way to enhance any meal, whether it be steak, chicken, or roasted vegetables. Bursting with peppery flavor, it transforms ordinary dishes into something extraordinary, making it perfect for both special occasions and weeknight dinners. With its creamy texture and customizable ingredients, this sauce is a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (or oil)
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1–2 tsp coarsely crushed black peppercorns
- ½ cup apple juice or apple vinegar (optional)
- 1 cup chicken or beef stock
- ¾ cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter or oil. Add shallots and garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 2–3 minutes).
- Coarsely crush the peppercorns using a mortar and pestle.
- Deglaze the skillet with apple juice or vinegar and stock, scraping up browned bits.
- Stir in stock and cream; simmer gently until thickened.
- Whisk in Dijon mustard if desired, season with salt, and adjust consistency as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg