Sauce Poivre
Transform your next steak dinner into a gourmet experience with this classic Sauce Poivre recipe, a French-inspired peppercorn sauce that exudes elegance and bold flavor. Featuring freshly crushed black peppercorns, buttery sautéed shallots, and a splash of cognac or brandy, this creamy, aromatic sauce is finished with rich beef stock and velvety heavy cream for a luxurious texture. Perfectly balanced with just a hint of salt, it pairs beautifully with grilled steaks or roasted meats, adding a sophisticated flair to any dish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this indulgent yet approachable recipe is the ultimate upgrade for your next dinner party or romantic meal. Keywords: Sauce Poivre, peppercorn sauce, steak sauce recipe, French sauce, creamy peppercorn sauce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons shallots
- 1 fourth cup cognac or brandy
- 1 cup beef stock
- 1 half cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Coarsely crush the black peppercorns using a mortar and pestle or by placing them in a sealed plastic bag and crushing them with a rolling pin.
In a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until frothy.
Add the chopped shallots to the saucepan and sauté until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the crushed peppercorns to the pan with the shallots and stir well to incorporate.
Carefully pour in the cognac or brandy, and let it simmer for a few minutes to allow the alcohol to evaporate. If you're using a gas stove, you can ignite it carefully for a flambe effect.
Pour in the beef stock and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes or until the liquid is reduced by half.
Stir in the heavy cream and continue to simmer gently until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency, approximately another 5 minutes.
Season the sauce with salt to taste, adjusting as necessary.
Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve if you prefer a smoother texture, or serve it as it is for a more rustic appearance.
Serve the Sauce Poivre hot over grilled steaks or your choice of meat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
794 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.9 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.0 g | 185% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 3444 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.0 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 59 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 297 mg | 6% | |
*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.
