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Creamy German Hunter’s Sauce:

Creamy German Hunter’s Sauce

This Creamy German Hunter’s Sauce is a versatile and rich addition to any meal, perfect for meats, pasta, or vegetables.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: German
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 16 oz Mushrooms fresh is best
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half for lighter option
  • 1 cup White Wine optional, can substitute with broth
  • 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard can be omitted
  • 4 tbsp Butter unsalted preferred
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Vegetable or Chicken Broth
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Finely chop one onion and mince two cloves of garlic. Clean and slice the mushrooms uniformly, aiming for about one pound.
  2. Melt four tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-6 minutes until softened.
  3. Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for 8-10 minutes until they turn golden brown and release their juices.
  4. Pour in one cup of white wine and scrape the bottom of the skillet. Allow the wine to reduce for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Stir in one cup of broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
  6. Lower the heat and mix in one cup of heavy cream and two teaspoons of Dijon mustard. Stir and let it thicken for 5 minutes.
  7. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top and serve the sauce over your favorite proteins or vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, serve over schnitzel or roasted chicken.

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