Port Wine Reduction Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 1 hour
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Description:
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Port Wine Reduction, a luxurious sauce that elevates any dish to gourmet status. With a savory base of beef broth and the bold essence of red wine, complemented by aromatic vegetables and a hint of basil, this reduction is a culinary masterpiece. Perfect for special occasions or weeknight dinners when you crave something extraordinary.
Recipe Category:
Sauces
Keywords:
Weeknight, Less than 4 Hours
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3 cups | Beef broth |
| 16 oz | Red wine |
| 16 oz | Carrot |
| 1 | Celery |
| 2 | Onion |
| 1 | Garlic cloves |
| 4 tsp | Worcestershire sauce |
| 1/2 cup | Tomato paste |
| 3 leaves | Basil |
| 1 tsp | Salt |
| 1/2 tsp | Pepper |
| 1 1/2 tbsp | Butter |
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Start by gathering all the ingredients needed for this delightful reduction.
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Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, add beef broth, red wine, chopped carrot, celery, onion, minced garlic cloves, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, torn basil leaves, salt, and pepper.
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Simmer: Cover the saucepan and heat over medium heat for approximately 45 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify.
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Reduce: After 45 minutes, remove the vegetables from the saucepan. Continue cooking uncovered until the liquid reduces to about a quarter of its original volume, resulting in a concentrated and flavorful reduction.
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Thicken: Once the liquid has reduced, mix in a small amount of roux to slightly thicken the sauce. Let it lightly boil for a couple of minutes until it just thinly coats the back of a spoon.
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Finish: Lower the heat and add butter to finish the sauce, gently stirring until the butter is fully incorporated. Be careful not to let the sauce boil after adding the butter, as it may affect the texture.
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Serve: Your Port Wine Reduction is now ready to be enjoyed! Drizzle it over grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or your favorite dishes to add a touch of gourmet flair.
Indulge in the rich, velvety texture and complex flavors of this Port Wine Reduction, guaranteed to impress even the most discerning palates. Whether it’s a cozy dinner at home or a special celebration, this sauce will elevate your culinary creations to new heights of deliciousness. Enjoy the decadence and savor every luxurious bite!
