Red Wine Pan Sauce for Steak
Elevate your steak dinners with this luxurious Red Wine Pan Sauce, a rich and velvety finishing touch that’s bursting with bold flavors. Made with aromatic shallots and garlic, a splash of robust red wine, hearty beef broth, and a hint of Dijon mustard, this sauce perfectly balances savory and tangy notes. Fresh thyme adds an herbaceous depth, while a final swirl of butter creates a silky, restaurant-quality glaze. Ready in just 20 minutes, this classic pan sauce is ideal for transforming simple steak into a gourmet experience. Pair it with roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a truly unforgettable meal.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium shallot
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 cups red wine
- 0.75 cups beef broth
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0 to taste salt
- 0 to taste black pepper
Directions
Step 1
After cooking your steak, remove it from the skillet and set aside to rest. Leave about 1 tablespoon of the steak drippings in the pan, discarding the rest if necessary.
Step 2
Place the skillet back over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter and allow it to melt.
Step 3
Finely mince the shallot and garlic. Add both to the pan, sautéing until softened and fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 4
Pour in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Allow the wine to simmer for 2-3 minutes, reducing slightly.
Step 5
Add the beef broth and fresh thyme sprigs to the pan. Simmer the mixture for 5-7 minutes, allowing it to reduce by about half.
Step 6
Remove the thyme sprigs and stir in the Dijon mustard. Whisk well to combine.
Step 7
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to create a silky finish.
Step 8
Taste the sauce and season with salt and black pepper as desired.
Step 9
Remove the pan from heat and spoon the sauce over your resting steak before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 382.8 grams (382.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 362 |
| Total Fat 24.50g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat 14.20g | 71% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 21% |
| Sodium 3046mg | 132% |
| Total Carbohydrate 13.60g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.10g | 8% |
| Total Sugars 4.00g | |
| Protein 3.80g | 8% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 73mg | 6% |
| Iron 2mg | 12% |
| Potassium 410mg | 9% |
Source of Calories