Madeira Sauce for Steak
Elevate your steak to a luxurious dining experience with this rich and velvety Madeira Sauce. Crafted from a base of savory beef stock and the deep, nutty sweetness of Madeira wine, this classic sauce is perfectly balanced with sautéed shallots, garlic, and a touch of fresh thyme for an aromatic finish. Simmered to perfection and optionally enriched with a splash of heavy cream for a silky texture, this sauce transforms any steak into a restaurant-quality dish. Simple to make in just 20 minutes, Madeira Sauce offers incredible depth of flavor, making it an ideal pairing for any cut of steak. Whether you're hosting a special dinner or indulging in a weeknight treat, this recipe is your go-to for an elegant, flavor-packed steak topping.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Butter (unsalted)
- 2 tablespoons Shallots (minced)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 1 cup Madeira wine
- 1 cup Beef stock
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream (optional, for a creamy variation)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Heat a medium-sized skillet over medium heat and add the butter.
Once the butter is melted, add the minced shallots and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, being careful not to let it burn.
Pour in the Madeira wine and bring the mixture to a simmer. Allow it to reduce by half, about 5-6 minutes.
Add the beef stock to the skillet and continue simmering until the sauce thickens slightly, around 5 minutes.
Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
For a creamy variation, stir in the heavy cream during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
Once the sauce reaches your desired consistency, remove it from the heat.
Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve if you prefer a smooth texture (optional).
Serve warm over cooked steak and garnish with fresh thyme, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
625 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.4 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.6 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 96 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 1510 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.8 g | ||
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 69 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 411 mg | 9% | |
*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.
