Heart-Healthy Whiskey Sauce
Elevate your meals with our Heart-Healthy Whiskey Sauce, a flavorful twist on a classic favorite that balances rich, savory notes with a health-conscious approach. Made with heart-friendly olive oil, low-sodium vegetable broth, and a touch of pure maple syrup for natural sweetness, this sauce delivers big flavor without the guilt. Enhanced with the bold kick of whiskey, aromatic shallots, garlic, and fresh thyme, its vibrant, herbaceous profile pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or plant-based dishes. This quick and easy sauce, ready in just 20 minutes, uses a clever cornstarch slurry to achieve the perfect thickness while staying low in saturated fat and sodium. Whether you're seeking a wholesome topping for dinner or a sophisticated drizzle for entertaining, this whiskey sauce is the perfect combination of indulgence and mindful eating.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped shallot
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons whiskey
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon, chopped fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons cold water
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped shallot and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring often, until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, being careful not to burn it.
Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth, whiskey, pure maple syrup, Dijon mustard, black pepper, paprika, and fresh thyme. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 8–10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the liquid to reduce slightly.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry.
Slowly stir the slurry into the simmering sauce, ensuring there are no lumps.
Continue to simmer the sauce for an additional 2–3 minutes until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary, keeping it low in sodium to maintain heart-healthy standards.
Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before serving. Drizzle over your favorite dishes and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
306 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.1 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 263 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.7 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.4 g | ||
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 371 mg | 8% | |
*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.
