Balsamic Roasted Shallot Sauce

Elevate your meals with this rich and flavorful Balsamic Roasted Shallot Sauce, a culinary masterpiece that blends caramelized shallots with tangy balsamic vinegar, buttery garlic, and a hint of honey for a perfectly balanced taste. Roasting the shallots intensifies their natural sweetness, while a touch of fresh thyme adds an earthy herbaceous note to this luscious sauce. Ideal for pouring over steak, chicken, pork, or roasted vegetables, this easy-to-make sauce takes your dish to gourmet levels with minimal effort. Ready in just 45 minutes and packed with depth and versatility, this recipe is the ultimate addition to your repertoire of elegant, crowd-pleasing sauces.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 whole (medium-sized) shallots
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 1 cup chicken or vegetable stock
• 1 teaspoon (chopped) fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Peel the shallots and cut them in half lengthwise. Arrange them cut-side down in a baking dish or on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Step 3

Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the shallots and sprinkle them with a pinch of salt and pepper.

Step 4

Roast the shallots in the oven for 25 minutes, or until they are soft and caramelized. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly.

Step 5

In a medium skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat until melted.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, or until fragrant (be careful not to burn it).

Step 7

Chop the roasted shallots and add them to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

Step 8

Deglaze the pan by adding the balsamic vinegar and scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

Step 9

Pour in the chicken or vegetable stock, then stir in the chopped thyme and honey.

Step 10

Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce reduces slightly and thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 11

Season the sauce with the remaining salt and pepper to taste.

Step 12

Remove from heat and, if desired, blend the sauce into a smoother consistency using an immersion blender or standard blender. (This step is optional.)

Step 13

Serve the balsamic roasted shallot sauce warm over your choice of steak, chicken, pork, or vegetables. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	681.1 grams (681.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	775

Total Fat 52.80g	68%
Saturated Fat 18.50g	93%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 2097mg	91%
Total Carbohydrate 70.90g	26%
Dietary Fiber 10.60g	38%
Total Sugars 38.70g
Protein 10.50g	21%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 172mg	13%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 1270mg	27%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.3%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 35.4%