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Peppercorn Sauce Recipe

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4.9 from 136 reviews

This rich and creamy Peppercorn Sauce recipe is perfect for elevating steaks, grilled meats, or roasted vegetables. Made with crushed black peppercorns, heavy cream, and beef stock, this sauce delivers a perfect balance of spicy heat and smooth texture, finished with a hint of Dijon mustard for added depth. Simple to prepare on the stovetop, it thickens beautifully to cling to your favorite dishes.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp black peppercorns, crushed
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup beef stock
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

Instructions

  1. Make the sauce base: Set a small pan over medium heat and add the butter. Allow it to melt completely before proceeding to the next step.
  2. Add flavoring ingredients: Stir in the beef stock, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, crushed black peppercorns, and salt into the melted butter, combining them well.
  3. Cook until thickened: Let the mixture simmer on medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Continue cooking for 5 to 10 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon without dripping quickly.
  4. Finish and serve: Remove the pan from the heat once the desired thickness is reached. Pour the warm sauce directly over your cooked dish or transfer it to a small serving bowl for accompaniment.

Notes

  • Crush black peppercorns coarsely for a bold texture and flavor.
  • Use homemade beef stock for a richer sauce or good-quality store-bought stock for convenience.
  • Adjust salt according to your taste and the seasoning of your main dish.
  • Stir often while simmering to prevent the cream from curdling.
  • This sauce pairs exceptionally well with steak, roast beef, grilled chicken, and even hearty mushrooms for a vegetarian option.

Keywords: peppercorn sauce, creamy pepper sauce, steak sauce, beef sauce, peppercorn cream sauce, French sauce

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