Homemade pepper sauce: creamy, fragrant and ultra-easy!

Name: Homemade pepper sauce: creamy, fragrant and ultra-easy!
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: En
Ingredients: 1 shallot; 0.7 oz butter; 0.5 oz pepper; 2.8 fl. oz Cognac; 5.3 fl. oz beef stock; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 3.4 fl. oz single cream (30% fat); Salt

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20 min

184 Kcal

Looking for a simple sauce with lots of character to accompany steak, duck breast or even poultry? This homemade pepper sauce is creamy and spicy, and takes just a few minutes to prepare. The shallot adds a sweet touch, the pepper unleashes all its power, and the Cognac gives it an irresistibly robust note. The velvety cream mellows everything and brings the flavors together perfectly. An express recipe that turns any dish into a real brasserie meal at home. And once you've tried it, you'll never buy a ready-made sauce again ;)

Ingredients

1 shallot
0.7 oz butter
0.5 oz pepper
2.8 fl. oz Cognac
5.3 fl. oz beef stock
1 teaspoon cornstarch
3.4 fl. oz single cream (30% fat)
Salt

Materials

Frying pan or saucepan

Preparation

Preparation10 min

Cook time10 min

Finely chop the shallot.
Coarsely crush the pepper using a mortar and pestle or the back of a spoon.
In a small frying pan (or saucepan), melt the butter over medium heat. Add the shallot and brown over medium heat for 2 minutes.
Add the Cognac and beef stock.
Reduce about half the liquid over high heat before adding the cream and pepper. Cook for two to three minutes.
Add the cornstarch dissolved in water. Stir until the sauce is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Serve with a piece of meat or gratin and enjoy! ;-)

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FAQ ❓

Which pepper should you use for a successful pepper sauce?

Cracked black pepper remains the most classic and aromatic choice. For a more complex flavor, you can mix several varieties: green peppercorns for freshness, white pepper for sweetness, or Sichuan pepper for a slightly lemony touch. The important thing is not to use ground pepper: it will lose all its aroma during cooking.

What dishes should pepper sauce be served with?

Pepper sauce is the perfect accompaniment to grilled steak, fillet of beef, entrecote steak or even duck breast. It's also delicious with homemade mashed potatoes, fried potatoes or roasted vegetables. For a vegetarian alternative, it goes perfectly with lentil patties or pan-fried mushrooms.

Can pepper sauce be prepared in advance?

Yes, this sauce keeps very well. You can prepare it in advance and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days. Reheat gently over low heat, adding a spoonful of cream or a little stock to restore its original texture. Avoid the microwave, which may cause it to split.

How can I mellow a pepper sauce that's too hot?

If the sauce is too hot, simply add a little more cream or a knob of butter to soften the taste. You can also add a spoonful of honey or brown sugar to balance the strength of the pepper and Cognac without masking the aromas.

Nutrition

for 1 serving / for 100 g

Calories: 184Kcal

Carbo: 4.3g
Total fat: 12.5g
Saturated fat: 8.6g
Proteins: 1.4g
Fibers: 1.1g
Sugar: 2.3g
ProPoints: 4
SmartPoints: 8

Nutritional information for 1 serving (98g)

Cookware

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Attributes

Suitable for freezing

Keep refrigerated

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Adèle Peyches

Editorial manager who just can't wait for winter to enjoy fondue! Passionate about gastronomy and always on the lookout for new culinary gems, I first studied law before returning to my first love: the taste of good products and the joy of sharing around the table :)

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