Kitchen Bouquet Wanna Be
Transform your cooking with this homemade "Kitchen Bouquet Wanna Be," a richly flavored browning and seasoning sauce that’s a game-changer for gravies, stews, and soups. Made with pantry staples like brown sugar, soy sauce, and a dash of beef bouillon powder, this quick and customizable recipe delivers the perfect balance of savory depth and caramelized sweetness. In just 15 minutes, you’ll create a versatile condiment that enhances the color and flavor of any dish, from hearty roasts to vegetable soups. Budget-friendly, made without additives, and easy to store, this DIY kitchen staple is a must-try for any home cook looking to elevate their meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar
- 1 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon Beef Bouillon Powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a small saucepan, heat the brown sugar over medium heat. Stir constantly until it melts and caramelizes into a dark brown syrup, approximately 3-5 minutes. Be careful not to burn it.
Slowly add the water to the caramelized sugar, whisking constantly. The mixture will sputter initially, so pour carefully.
Once the water is fully incorporated, add the beef bouillon powder, onion powder, garlic powder, soy sauce, and salt.
Simmer the mixture on low heat, stirring often, for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
Transfer the sauce to a clean, airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Use as a flavor and color enhancer in gravies, soups, stews, or any dish that calls for browning sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
96 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1631 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.6 g | ||
| Protein | 2.2 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 121 mg | 3% | |
*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.
