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Blueberry Thyme Pan Sauce for Steak

A rich and flavorful pan sauce made with fresh blueberries and thyme, perfect for enhancing grilled or pan-seared steak.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: condiment, sauce
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries washed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
  • 1 small shallot finely chopped
  • 1 cup beef broth low sodium
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme chopped
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Method
 

Prepare the Sauce
  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped shallot and saut? until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add the fresh blueberries to the skillet and cook until they start to burst, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Pour in the beef broth and bring to a simmer. Add the chopped thyme and balsamic vinegar.
  4. Let the sauce simmer for about 5-7 minutes, or until it thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Remove from heat and strain if a smoother sauce is desired, or leave as is for a chunky texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This sauce pairs beautifully with grilled steak, but can also be used with chicken or pork. Adjust sweetness by adding a bit of honey if desired.

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