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Gordon Ramsay Red-Wine Jus

Gordon Ramsay Red Wine Jus for Restaurant-Quality Dinners

Gordon Ramsay's Red-Wine Jus elevates dishes with its rich flavor, perfect for any fine dining experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: French
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jus
  • 2 tablespoons sunflower oil can substitute with olive oil
  • 1 cup finely chopped shallots yellow or white onions can work as a substitute
  • 2 cloves minced garlic cloves always use fresh for optimal taste
  • 2 tablespoons plain flour cook it long enough to avoid raw taste
  • 1 cup dry red wine medium-bodied like Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon
  • 2 cups beef stock homemade is ideal, but store-bought works
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme use dried thyme as a substitute, adjust quantity
  • to taste freshly cracked black pepper adjust based on your taste preference
  • to taste kosher salt use to enhance flavor
  • 2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter important for emulsifying the sauce

Equipment

  • medium-sized saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of sunflower oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 cup of finely chopped shallots and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until shallots are translucent.
  2. Sprinkle in 2 tablespoons of plain flour, stirring continuously for about 1 minute until slightly golden and thick.
  3. Pour in 1 cup of dry red wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Simmer and reduce by half for 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add 2 cups of beef stock and 1 sprig of fresh thyme, along with freshly cracked black pepper. Simmer on low for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
  5. Remove from heat, stir in 2 tablespoons of cold unsalted butter until melted and emulsified. Season with kosher salt to taste before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sauceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 1gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use cold butter for a silky smooth texture and choose a good quality dry red wine to enhance flavor.

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