sauce
Description
Homemade sauce is easy and quick to prepare. This simple "Bordelaise" recipe, a flavorful and aromatic sauce, is perfect for steaks. If you have fresh thyme on hand, use it, but in my case, I only had dried thyme available. You can use not only beef but also chicken broth as a base. Don't hesitate—take the time to make this sauce at home, and you definitely won't regret it. Serve it chilled or at room temperature.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Peel and dice the shallot into small cubes, place it in a saucepan or pot. Add bay leaf, thyme, and pepper.
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Step 2
2. Pour in the broth and red wine (use dry or semi-dry wine for the "Bordelaise" sauce recipe), and place over heat.
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Step 3
3. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a minimum and let it simmer. The sauce should reduce by about half.
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Step 4
4. Then carefully strain it through a sieve to remove the onion and bay leaf.
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Step 5
5. Transfer the sauce to a clean saucepan and place it over heat again. Add a pinch of salt and wine vinegar. Cut the butter into small cubes and add it to the sauce, stirring constantly.
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Step 6
6. Simmer for a few more minutes, stirring. That's the whole secret of preparing "Bordelaise" sauce. Very appetizing, you're sure to enjoy it.