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Overhead view of dark brown liquid, likely au jus, being stirred in a small glass bowl using a spoon.

Homemade Dry Au Jus Seasoning Mix

Create a rich and savory au jus with this simple homemade seasoning mix. Perfect for enhancing roasts and other dishes.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American
Calories: 41

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups beef stock
  • 1/4 cup red wine
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Small saucepan

Method
 

  1. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Whisk in the beef stock, red wine, and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-10 minutes, until slightly reduced.
  3. Season to taste with black pepper.

Nutrition

Calories: 41kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 169mgPotassium: 139mgFiber: 0.02gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 90IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 9mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

This recipe makes a liquid au jus. For a dry seasoning mix, you would dehydrate the liquid components or use powdered ingredients. This recipe is for immediate use.

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