Description
This irresistible pumpkin spice demi-glace combines the richness of a classic sauce with the cozy, aromatic touch of pumpkin spice, perfect for elevating meats and vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef stock
- 1 shallot, finely minced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice blend (cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mince the shallot and garlic, measure out your spices, and have the butter and flour ready.
- In a small saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and whisk constantly for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Slowly pour in 2 cups of beef stock while whisking to avoid lumps. Let it simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
- Stir in the minced shallot and garlic. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Mix in 1/4 cup of pumpkin puree. Stir until fully incorporated.
- Add 1 teaspoon of pumpkin spice blend, 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon of brown sugar, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for another 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and glossy.
- Optional: Strain the sauce using a fine mesh strainer for a smoother texture.
- Drizzle the warm sauce over cooked meat or vegetables and serve.
Notes
[‘Toast the pumpkin spice blend in a dry pan for deeper flavor.’, ‘Use high-quality beef stock for the best results.’, ‘Take your time cooking the roux to achieve a rich, velvety texture.’, ‘Adjust sweetness by reducing or omitting brown sugar.’, ‘Constant stirring prevents lumps and ensures an even texture.’]
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup per serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 2
Keywords: Pumpkin spice, Demi-glace, Fall recipe, Meat sauce, Seasonal sauce