Hunter's Sauce: German Mushroom Gravy
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
96 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
German
Hunter's Sauce: German Mushroom Gravy
Description
Hunter's Sauce: German Mushroom Gravy uses chopped bacon and baby bella mushrooms cooked with sliced yellow onion and garlic in butter to build a flavorful base. Flour is added to create a roux that thickens the sauce once combined with beef broth, stone-ground mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. The sauce gently simmers until it reaches the desired thickness and is finished with heavy cream for smoothness and richness.
The final gravy has a balance of smoky, earthy, and tangy flavors with a creamy texture that coats well over schnitzel or potatoes. Cooking the mushrooms with bacon and onions develops a deep umami background that complements hearty dishes.
Serve this gravy warm as a savory topping to add moisture and flavor to meats, roasted potatoes, or other sides typically served with German-style meals.
Ingredients
- 2 Bacon Chopped, slices
- 6 Ounces baby bella mushroom
- ½ yellow onion sliced
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 1 garlic clove
- 2 Tablespoons flour
- 2 Cups beef broth or beef stock
- 1 Tablespoon mustard stone ground
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ Cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Fry the bacon in a saucepan, over medium heat, until cooked. Add the butter and melt.
- Add the onion slices and cook until just beginning to brown, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the garlic and the sliced mushrooms and cook for about 5-6 minutes, until the mushrooms are soft.
- Sprinkle the flour over the onion and mushroom mixture and stir to combine. Stir constantly for about 1 minute.
- Add the broth/stock, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
- Continue to cook until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency, stirring frequently.
- Add the heavy cream and stir to combine. Simmer for about 1-2 minutes, then remove from the heat.
- Serve warm over schnitzel, potatoes, or your favorite meats.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 96 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 96kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 21mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 586mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 220mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 266IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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