Mushroom Steak Sauce
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
152 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Mushroom Steak Sauce
Description
The Mushroom Steak Sauce starts with sautéing sliced mushrooms in butter until browned and softened, infusing the sauce with deep umami notes. Garlic is added briefly for aromatic enhancement, then flour is stirred in to create a roux that thickens the sauce. Slowly whisking in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and optional steak pan drippings brings a savory, robust base. Simmering the mixture until just thickened develops a smooth consistency, then a final addition of butter enriches the sauce with gloss and silkiness. Chopped parsley adds a light herbal touch.
This sauce is crafted to complement the bold flavors of grilled or pan-cooked steak but also works well with other meats or hearty dishes. Its balance of mushroom earthiness and the tang of Worcestershire sauce creates a versatile topping.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter divided use
- 16 ounces mushroom sliced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons steak pan drippings optional, from cooked steak
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped
Instructions
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pan over medium high heat. Add the mushrooms and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes or until mushrooms have softened and are browned. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in the flour.
- Slowly whisk in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce and pan drippings. Bring to a simmer and cook until just thickened. Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter until melted.
- Sprinkle with parsley, then spoon the sauce over steak or your choice of protein.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 152 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 152kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 503mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 460mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 350IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 3.5mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.