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The Ultimate Steak Sauce Recipe for Bold Flavor
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The Ultimate Steak Sauce Recipe for Bold Flavor

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup beef stock or broth
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce (or a similar umami bomb)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar (or maple syrup, if you’re feeling fancy)
  • 1 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (slurry)
  • 1-2 tsp butter (for that glossy finish)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Make your pan hot. If you’re pan-searing, heat a skillet over medium-high heat until it’s singing. If you’re grilling, have the grill ready to roar.
  • Sauté garlic in a touch of oil for 30 seconds. Don’t burn it—garlic ash is not delicious in a sauce.
  • Pour in stock, Worcestershire, soy, ketchup, Dijon, and brown sugar. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce coats a spoon. If it’s too thick, splash in a little more stock.
  • Turn off the heat and whisk in butter for shine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Taste once, then adjust—because you’re the boss here.
  • Pour over the resting steak or serve on the side for dipping. Your call, drama-free.