Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of the Black Forest with this quick and easy Hunter Sauce with Mushrooms. This sauce features smoky Black Forest bacon, earthy mushrooms, and a creamy base, making it perfect for pairing with various dishes. Whether you’re preparing a hearty meal for family or friends, this sauce will add depth and flavor to any dish. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for a delicious homemade sauce.
Ingredients:
For the Sauce:
100 to 150 g (3.5 to 5.3 ounces) Black Forest bacon (approx. ½ to ⅔ cup, diced)
250 g (8.8 ounces) mushrooms (approx. 2 cups, sliced)
2 leveled tablespoons tomato sauce or tomato paste (approx. 30 g)
1 leveled tablespoon flour (approx. 8 g)
2 splashes dry white wine (approx. 2 tablespoons)
1 splash oil or a little butter (approx. 1 tablespoon)
1 medium to large onion (approx. 1 cup, finely chopped)
220 ml (1 cup) whipping cream or cooking cream
1 heaped tablespoon beef broth or frying sauce (approx. 15 g)
2 pinches salt and pepper (to taste)
Directions:
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- Finely chop the onion and cut the bacon into small pieces.
- Clean and slice the mushrooms.
- Cook the Sauce:
- Heat a splash of oil or butter in a medium pan over medium heat.
- Sauté the chopped onion and bacon until the onion is translucent and the bacon begins to crisp.
- Add the mushrooms and cook until they release moisture and start to brown.
- Stir in the tomato paste and let it simmer for 4-5 minutes.
- Sprinkle the flour over the mixture, stir well, and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the dry white wine to deglaze the pan, allowing it to reduce slightly.
- Stir in the cream and beef broth or frying sauce, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
- Season and Finish:
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer for about 10 minutes until the sauce thickens and flavors meld together.
- Serve immediately over meats, pasta, or vegetables.
Nutritional Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 2g
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 400mg
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 1mg
Preparation Time:
- Total time: 15 minutes
