Sweet and Savory Brandy Sauce for Pork Tenderloins
Elevate your pork tenderloin dinner with this luxurious Sweet and Savory Brandy Sauce—a perfect blend of indulgence and balance. This rich, creamy sauce combines finely minced shallots, garlic, and a splash of smooth brandy for depth, while Dijon mustard and brown sugar create a delightful harmony between tangy and sweet. Infused with fresh thyme and simmered with chicken or beef stock for a velvety texture, this sauce delivers restaurant-quality flavor in just 30 minutes. Ideal for enhancing your favorite pork tenderloin recipe, this versatile sauce is the ultimate accompaniment for a memorable meal. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes to complete the experience. Keywords: sweet and savory brandy sauce, pork tenderloin sauce, creamy brandy sauce recipe, homemade pork sauce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 medium shallots, finely minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup brandy
- 0.75 cup chicken or beef stock
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the minced shallots and garlic to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Carefully pour in the brandy. Allow it to cook for about 1-2 minutes, letting the alcohol evaporate while stirring occasionally.
Add the chicken or beef stock to the skillet and bring it to a simmer. Let the mixture reduce by about half, which should take 4-5 minutes.
Stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and brown sugar, mixing thoroughly until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
Sprinkle in the fresh thyme, salt, and pepper, and give it one final stir to combine all the flavors.
Remove the skillet from heat and let the sauce rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Drizzle the warm sauce generously over cooked pork tenderloins and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.4 g | 85% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.1 g | 190% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 182 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 2104 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.9 g | ||
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 53 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 190 mg | 4% | |
*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.
