Low Carb Classic Red Wine Sauce
Elevate your meals with this rich and velvety **Low Carb Classic Red Wine Sauce**, a keto-friendly twist on a timeless favorite. Crafted with dry red wine, aromatic shallots, garlic, and fresh thyme, this luxurious sauce is simmered to perfection to reduce carbs while amplifying flavor. A hint of xanthan gum effortlessly thickens the sauce, creating a glossy finish without the use of flour or starch. Ideal for draping over steak, chicken, or roasted vegetables, this low-carb masterpiece is as elegant as it is easy to prepare in under 40 minutes. Perfect for those following a keto or low-carb lifestyle, this sauce is your new go-to for adding gourmet flair to any dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 ml Dry red wine
- 250 ml Beef or chicken stock
- 2 pieces Shallots, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 sprigs Fresh thyme
- 1 piece Bay leaf
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Xanthan gum
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
Add the chopped shallots and minced garlic to the saucepan and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they become translucent and fragrant, but not browned.
Pour in the red wine and bring to a simmer, letting it reduce by half, approximately 10-15 minutes.
Add the beef or chicken stock, thyme sprigs, and bay leaf to the saucepan.
Season with freshly ground black pepper and a pinch of salt.
Let the sauce simmer gently for another 10 minutes until it reduces slightly and deepens in flavor.
Remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaf from the sauce.
To thicken the sauce, sprinkle in the xanthan gum and whisk continuously to prevent clumping. Cook for another 2-3 minutes as the sauce thickens.
Remove from heat and whisk in the remaining tablespoon of butter to add sheen and a smoother texture.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary.
Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve for a smooth finish, if desired.
Serve warm over your choice of protein.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
510 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.4 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.3 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 71 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 1674 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.2 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.9 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 83 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 727 mg | 15% | |
*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.
