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Rich Umami Steak Sauce

Rich Umami Steak Sauce

Rich Umami Steak Sauce

Recipe By Savory Spice Test Kitchen

Yields

~1 ¼ cups

Prep Time

5 Minutes

Cooking Time

20 Minutes

Recipe By Savory Spice Test Kitchen

This rich, umami steak sauce is buttery, creamy, and full of savory mushroom flavor. The perfect 5-star quality sauce to serve with any of your favorite cuts of steak.

Ingredients

2 Tbsp. unsalted butter

1 small shallot, finely minced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 Tbsp. tomato paste



1 tsp. Dijon mustard

¼ cup dry red wine (like Cabernet or Syrah)

¾ cup beef or mushroom stock (low sodium)

¼ cup heavy cream (or crème fraîche for extra richness)



Savory Spice ingredients in this recipe

  • Four Mushroom Umami Blend (Salt-Free)

    This umami mushroom seasoning blends shiitake, portobello, oyster, and white button mushrooms with shallots, lemon, and other herbs. A dry version ...

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  • Fine Black Malabar Pepper

    Finely ground Malabar black pepper with bold, well-rounded taste. Use fine black pepper in place of your regular jar of pepper for more gourmet, pe...

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  • Worcestershire Sauce

    Our blend of vegan Worcestershire Sauce is also gluten-free! Destined to become your new secret ingredient. Made so that everyone can enjoy, this f...

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  • Kosher Salt

    This flaky, pure kosher salt is unrefined sea salt perfect for all types of cooking. Season or enhance the flavors of any dish. Use kosher salt as ...

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Directions

1. Sauté Aromatics: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add shallots and cook until soft and translucent, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.

2. Build the Flavor Base: Stir in the tomato paste, Four Mushroom Umami Blend, and Fine Black Malabar Pepper. Sauté for 1–2 minutes to toast the spices and deepen their flavor.

3. Deglaze: Pour in the red wine and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any bits from the bottom of the pan. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, or until wine is reduced by half.

4. Simmer the Sauce: Add stock, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire Sauce. Bring to a low simmer and let cook for 5–7 minutes, until slightly reduced.

5. Finish with Cream: Reduce heat to low and stir in the cream. Simmer gently for another 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes silky. Season to taste with Kosher Salt.

6. Optional – Strain: For a smoother finish, strain the sauce through a fine mesh sieve before serving.