Low Sodium Creamy Peppercorn Sauce
Elevate your meals with this Low Sodium Creamy Peppercorn Sauce, a luxurious yet heart-smart take on a classic favorite. Perfectly balanced with the boldness of freshly cracked peppercorns, the richness of heavy cream, and the subtle tang of red wine vinegar, this sauce delivers flavor without compromising on sodium. Aromatic shallots, low sodium chicken stock, fresh thyme, and parsley come together to create a velvety, herbaceous finish that’s ideal for pairing with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or even as a dipping sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is a must-try for those seeking gourmet taste with health-conscious ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 small Shallot
- 2 teaspoons Freshly cracked black peppercorns
- 1 cup Low sodium chicken stock
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon Red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Finely chop the shallot, ensuring not to leave any large pieces that might overpower the sauce.
In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the chopped shallot to the melted butter and sauté for about 3-4 minutes, or until the shallot is soft and translucent.
Gently crack the peppercorns using a pepper mill or by placing them in a zip-lock bag and crushing them with a rolling pin. Add to the saucepan.
Pour in the low sodium chicken stock, increasing the heat to bring it to a gentle simmer. Allow it to reduce for about 5-6 minutes.
Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream, making sure to incorporate it well into the mixture.
Add the fresh thyme leaves and continue to cook on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency, approximately 5 minutes.
Stir in the red wine vinegar to add a slight tang, balancing the richness of the cream.
Finish the sauce by mixing in the fresh chopped parsley.
Taste and adjust if needed, but remember it's designed to be a low sodium recipe, so avoid adding any salt.
Serve immediately over your choice of grilled meats or vegetables, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
661 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.7 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.1 g | 190% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 182 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 192 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.3 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 64 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 255 mg | 5% | |
*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.
