Wine Reduction Frozen Cubes
Transform your cooking routine with these luxurious Wine Reduction Frozen Cubes – a versatile and flavor-packed kitchen essential! Made with your choice of red or white wine, aromatic shallots, garlic, and a touch of butter, this recipe creates a rich, syrupy reduction that’s frozen into perfectly portioned cubes for ultimate convenience. Infused with optional fresh thyme and seasoned with just the right amount of salt and freshly ground pepper, these cubes are perfect for adding depth and sophistication to sauces, soups, stews, or pan deglazing. Ready in just 30 minutes of prep and cook time, these freezer-friendly gems can elevate any dish with minimal effort – a great time-saver for the busy home chef while enhancing your meals with gourmet flair.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 ml Red or white wine
- 1 medium Shallot (finely minced)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 30 grams Butter (unsalted)
- 2 sprigs Fresh thyme (optional)
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 pinch Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until it is frothy but not browned.
Add the minced shallot and garlic to the pan, and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until softened and fragrant.
Pour the wine into the saucepan and stir to combine. Add the fresh thyme sprigs if using.
Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to low and let the wine mixture simmer gently for 20-25 minutes, or until the liquid is reduced by at least half and has a syrupy consistency.
Remove the thyme sprigs, if applicable, and season the reduction with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Allow the wine reduction to cool completely to room temperature.
Pour the cooled reduction into a clean silicone ice cube tray, filling each compartment about 3/4 full.
Transfer the tray to the freezer and freeze for at least 4 hours or until solid.
Once frozen, remove the cubes from the tray and store them in a freezer-safe bag or airtight container for up to 3 months.
Use the wine reduction cubes as needed by adding them directly to sauces, soups, or stews, or by allowing them to melt for deglazing pans.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
671 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.4 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 169 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.8 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 697 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.
