A CHEAT'S BORDELAISE SAUCE

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



A Cheat's Bordelaise Sauce image

Classic bordelaise sauce, which can transform shoe leather into strip steak, is made with veal stock, demi-glace and time -- a lot of time. Here, though, you'll use pan drippings from pork chops, simmering them with a red wine reduction until the two combine into an unctuous, rich sauce that flanks the old methods. Strain the whole thing, stir in a little butter and seasonings, and drizzle it over the pork chops. This takes most of a bottle of pinot noir, so choose the one you won't mind finishing off in the kitchen yourself, alone with your heat and creativity.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     condiments

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 shallot, chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
2 stems fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
3 cups pinot noir or other red wine
Pan drippings from pork chops or 2 tablespoons demi-glace, preferably homemade
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to tast

Steps:

  • Pour the olive oil into a large saucepan, place over medium-high heat and add the shallot and garlic and then the thyme and bay leaf. Cook until the shallots are light brown, then add the wine, lower the heat and simmer until reduced to about 1/2 cup.
  • Add the pan drippings from the chops or the demi-glace if you have it. Simmer for an additional 5 to 10 minutes and then strain into a clean saucepan. Return to medium heat until warm and whisk in the butter and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately drizzled over the pork chops.

Ali Samaila
[email protected]

This is my new favorite sauce. It's so easy to make and it adds so much flavor to any dish. I highly recommend it!


Most known Unknown
[email protected]

I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to elevate any dish. I've used it with steak, chicken, and fish, and it's always been a hit.


lalzada Armani
[email protected]

This sauce is amazing! It's so flavorful and versatile. I've used it with steak, chicken, and even pasta, and it's always been a hit.


Naomi Caiya
[email protected]

I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I've used it with steak, chicken, and fish, and it's always been a hit.


getreges shifwolobo
[email protected]

This is the best Bordelaise sauce I've ever had. It's so rich and flavorful, and it's perfect for any special occasion. I highly recommend it!


Zeeshan Razzaq
[email protected]

I'm not a very experienced cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The sauce was smooth and flavorful, and it paired perfectly with my grilled steak.


Dalton Timothy
[email protected]

This sauce is a game-changer! It's so easy to make and it adds so much flavor to any dish. I've used it with steak, chicken, and even vegetables, and it's always been a hit.


Full despley Sixy
[email protected]

I've been looking for a good Bordelaise sauce recipe for ages and I'm so glad I found this one. It's simple to make and the results are amazing. The sauce is rich, flavorful, and perfect for any special occasion.


Dual Lipa
[email protected]

I'm a professional chef and I have to say, this recipe is spot-on. The sauce is incredibly flavorful and versatile. I've used it with steak, chicken, and even fish, and it's always been a hit.


Shanzy jutt
[email protected]

This is my new go-to recipe for Bordelaise sauce. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love the addition of the shallots and garlic, which give the sauce a really nice depth of flavor.


Tony Sam
[email protected]

I followed the recipe exactly and the sauce turned out great. It was rich and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. I served it with grilled salmon and it was a hit with my family.


Blake Brinkman
[email protected]

I'm not a huge fan of red wine sauces, but this one was surprisingly delicious. The sweetness of the shallots and the tanginess of the red wine vinegar balanced each other out perfectly. I'll definitely be making this sauce again.


Gayantha Dissanayake
[email protected]

This recipe was a lifesaver! I had a last-minute dinner party to host and needed a quick and easy way to elevate my steak. The cheat's Bordelaise sauce came together in minutes and added a touch of elegance to the dish. My guests raved about it!