Creamy German Hunter’s Sauce: Indulge in Rich Flavor Bliss

Creamy German Hunter’s Sauce offers a rich, versatile addition to many dishes, embodying comfort and culinary delight.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Sauces

Cuisine: German

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sauce

8 ounces Fresh Mushrooms Sliced
1 medium Onion Finely chopped
2 cloves Garlic Mince finely
1/2 cup White Wine Or broth for non-alcoholic
1 cup Chicken or Vegetable Broth
1 cup Heavy Cream Or half-and-half for lighter option
1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Or fresh for stronger flavor
2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter For sautéing

Optional Ingredients

Spinach or Peas Optional for color and nutrition
Fresh Parsley For garnish

Equipment

Skillet
wooden spoon
cutting board
Knife

Method

Preparation

Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic. Slice mushrooms into even pieces.

Sautéing Onions

Heat butter in a skillet, add onions, and sauté for 5-6 minutes until translucent.

Adding Garlic and Mushrooms

Stir in garlic and mushrooms, sauté for 8-10 minutes until mushrooms are golden brown.

Deglazing the Pan

Pour in white wine, simmer for 3-4 minutes to deglaze the pan and reduce.

Simmering with Broth

Stir in broth, bring to a gentle simmer for about 10 minutes.

Finishing Touches

Reduce heat, stir in heavy cream, mustard, thyme, salt, and pepper, simmer for 5 more minutes.

Garnish and Serve

Sprinkle with parsley and serve over schnitzel, spaetzle or veggies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 2gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, serve sauce warm and adjust seasoning after reheating.

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