Ultimate Au Jus

Ultimate Au Jus

6 servings
A wonderfully rich and flavorful Au Jus that can be made with or without meat drippings without compromising the flavor.  The ultimate accompaniment to your prime rib and French dip sandwiches or you can also thicken it and serve it over beef and noodles.  Easy to make and out of this world delicious!

Ingredients

  • butter or beef drippings
    4 tbsp
  • all-purpose flour
    1 ½ tbsp
  • dry red wine
    ½ c
  • quality beef broth or stock
    2 c
  • worcestershire sauce
    1 tbsp
  • shallot)

    , finely minced (or 3 tablespoons finely minced red onion

    1
  • garlic

    , minced

    1 clove
  • beef broth base)

    (e.g. beef granules, paste, bouillon cube

    2 tsp
  • dijon mustard
    ½ tsp
  • fresh thyme)

    (recommended for best flavor but if needed can substitute 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves

    2 sprigs
  • ground dried porcini mushrooms
    2 tsp

Directions

  1. 1

    Add the butter or drippings to a skillet and melt over medium-high heat. Add the onions and garlic and cook for 3-4 minutes. Whisk in the flour until it is incorporated and simmer for 1 minute.Add the red wine and whisk constantly to prevent lumps.  Simmer for about 2 minutes (the mixture will thicken). Whisk in the beef broth and let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Add the remaining ingredients, return the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat to a slow simmer, and simmer uncovered for another 15 minutes.  The liquid will reduce.  Add salt and pepper to taste. Pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer.Serve the au jus immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve (reheat in microwave).

Ultimate Au Jus

Ultimate Au Jus

5.0(83)30 min6 servings103 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving that wonderfully rich and flavorful Au Jus that elevates any beef dish to restaurant quality? This Ultimate Au Jus recipe delivers an authentic, deep flavor perfect for prime rib, French dip sandwiches, or even over beef and noodles, and it's surprisingly easy to make.

What makes this Au Jus truly special is its versatility; you can achieve an intensely delicious result whether you use savory beef drippings or opt for butter as your base. The thoughtful blend of quality beef broth, aromatic shallots, minced garlic, and the earthy depth of ground dried porcini mushrooms ensures a complex, mouth-watering flavor profile that feels utterly gourmet.

Expect a beautifully rich, glossy condiment with an incredible depth of flavor that will transform your meal. The dry red wine and Worcestershire sauce contribute a crucial tang and umami, while a touch of Dijon mustard and fresh thyme sprigs (or dried for convenience) round out the robust taste. You'll love how this Au Jus enhances the natural flavors of beef without overpowering them, leaving you with an out-of-this-world delicious experience.

This recipe is incredibly adaptable to your pantry and preferences. Feel free to use either butter or beef drippings for your base. If shallots aren't on hand, finely minced red onion works beautifully. For the fresh thyme, a quarter teaspoon of dried thyme leaves is a perfect substitute if needed.

Serve this Ultimate Au Jus alongside a magnificent prime rib roast, as the essential dipping sauce for classic French dip sandwiches, or even thickened slightly and spooned generously over beef and noodles for an unforgettable meal.

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