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Nutritional Values
200kcal
5gProtein
5gCarbs
18gFat
1gFibre
100 gServing
* Per serving · 100 g. May vary.
Allergens
🥛 Dairy
Bordelaise Sauce
How to order / say it
Say it
Sauce Bordelaise — [sohz bohr-deh-LEHZ]
Order
I'd like to try Sauce Bordelaise with my dish, please.
Locally
Je voudrais essayer la sauce Bordelaise avec mon plat, s'il vous plaît.
Say locally
A rich brown sauce made with red wine, bone marrow, and shallots.
Why try it?
Understanding Bordeaux cuisine is incomplete without experiencing this sauce, a staple that elevates the region’s meats to new heights.
How it tastes
Velvety with a deep, savory taste, it carries bold wine flavors and a hint of sweet caramelized onions.
Origin & History — first documented: 1850
Sauce Bordelaise emerged in the 19th century, designed to pair with hearty meats; its use highlights the region's wine culture and culinary innovation.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 100 g bone marrow
- 🍷 300 ml red wine
- 🧄 80 g shallots
- 🥛 50 g butter
- 🌿 1 bay leaf
- 🧂 10 peppercorns
Method
- 1 Sauté shallots in butter until translucent.
- 2 Add red wine, bay leaf, and peppercorns to simmer.
- 3 Strain sauce and whisk in bone marrow until smooth.
- 4 Reduce sauce until thickened and flavorful.
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