A luxurious sauce that’s perfect for elevating steaks, chops, or even lamb. Rich with deep wine flavor, aromatics, and a silky texture — this sauce brings restaurant-quality elegance to your kitchen.
🧄 Ingredients (Servings: 4)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup dry red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot work great)
- 1 cup beef stock
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (optional, for brightness)
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
🍳 Instructions:
1️⃣ Sauté the Aromatics:
🧅 In a saucepan over medium heat, add olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Once melted, add chopped shallots and garlic. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
2️⃣ Deglaze with Wine:
🍷 Pour in the red wine and stir, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Bring to a gentle boil and reduce by half — this concentrates the flavor.
3️⃣ Add the Stock and Herbs:
🌿 Stir in the beef stock and thyme. Simmer for 10–15 minutes, or until reduced by about one-third and slightly thickened.
4️⃣ Finish the Sauce:
🥄 Remove from heat and whisk in the remaining tablespoon of butter to create a glossy finish. Season with salt, pepper, and optional balsamic vinegar for brightness.
5️⃣ Serve:
🥩 Spoon generously over grilled steak, pork chops, or lamb. Pairs especially well with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
🛒 Amazon Must-Haves to Help You Create the Best Red Wine Sauce
🍷 Cuisinart Stainless Steel Saucepan – 2-Quart
The perfect size for simmering reductions without burning the wine.
🧄 Utopia Kitchen Garlic Press
Make quick work of fresh garlic with this easy-to-use press.
🧂 Malden Sea Salt Flakes
Adds the perfect finishing touch of gourmet salt to your sauce.
🍷 Rabbit Wine Aerator & Pourer
Perfect for opening up the flavor of your red wine before cooking or sipping.
🥄 Stainless Steel Sauce Whisk
Ideal for emulsifying butter into sauces for that glossy, silky texture.
💡 Helpful Tip:
Use a wine you’d actually drink — if it’s not good in your glass, it won’t be good in your sauce!
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