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Gordon Ramsay Pepper Sauce

Gordon Ramsay Pepper Sauce: Transform Your Dishes Today

Discover Gordon Ramsay's Pepper Sauce, a quick and creamy recipe that elevates any meal with its gourmet touch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce Base
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Consider using half-and-half for a lighter version.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Opt for unsalted butter for better control of seasoning.
For the Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Black Peppercorns Freshly cracked pepper is key for the best taste.
  • 1 medium Shallot Yellow onion can be used in a pinch.
  • 1 splash Brandy Dry white wine can be substituted, reduce amount by half.
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt Essential for balancing flavors.
  • to taste White Pepper Omit if not preferred, or use black pepper instead.

Equipment

  • heavy-bottomed saucepan
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Fine mesh sieve

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Gordon Ramsay Pepper Sauce
  1. Heat a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat for a couple of minutes.
  2. Add a generous knob of unsalted butter to the heated saucepan and let it melt completely.
  3. Finely chop a shallot and add it to the melted butter, sauté for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Pour in a splash of brandy and cook for about 2 minutes until the alcohol evaporates.
  5. Add heavy cream and stir vigorously, simmer for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  6. Whisk in freshly cracked black peppercorns and stir for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Let the sauce gently simmer for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. Season with salt and white pepper to taste and strain through a fine mesh sieve.
  9. Transfer the warm sauce to a serving dish and serve hot with grilled steak, roasted chicken, or pan-seared fish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 2gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 120mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 60mg

Notes

Strain the sauce thoroughly for a professional finish. Always use freshly cracked black pepper for best flavor.

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