Add this Rich and Delicious Red Wine Steak Sauce the next time you make a steak or roast beef. The sauce is made with simple ingredients and is bursting with flavor.
Being a mom of 8, my kids love when steak is on the menu. We can cook it on the grill or make it in a cast iron skillet. But adding this Red Wine Steak Sauce is what makes it taste even better. This is packed with bold flavors and is easily made from scratch.
Spoon this delicious sauce over Slow Cooker Flank Steak, Air Fryer Steak, Steak on Griddle and Cracker Barrel Roast Beef Recipe for even more flavor.
What's in this post: Red Wine Steak Sauce
Why We Love This Steak Sauce
This red wine steak sauce reminds me of the steakhouse sauce I get at my favorite fancy restaurant. So I knew I could make it at home with ingredients that I already had.
The sauce was loaded with big flavor and had the perfect thick texture. The next time you sear steaks with perfectly seared crust or cook them on the grill with tongs, make this Red Wine Steak Sauce. You will be glad you did!
Ingredients
- Dry Red Wine – Choose a red wine that you prefer, such as Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, or Zinfandel
- Shallots – We like to finely chop the shallots
- Cloves Garlic – Learn How to Mince Garlic Cloves
- Butter – We like to use unsalted butter
- Olive Oil – Use oil of choice
- Beef Broth – Gives the sauce a rich flavor
- Worcestershire Sauce – See The Best Worcestershire Sauce Substitutes
- Fresh Thyme Sprigs – Substitute with Fresh Rosemary or any fresh herbs, which would be a great addition
Scroll to the bottom for the full recipe and ingredients in the recipe card.
Addition Ideas
Feel free to add sliced mushrooms, balsamic vinegar, carrots, or red onions for a delicious variation.
How to Make Red Wine Reduction Sauce
Step 1 – In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil and 2 tbsp butter over medium heat.
Step 2 – Add shallots and garlic, sauté until softened, about 2-3 minutes on the bottom of the pan.
Step 3 – Pour in the red wine, increase to medium-high heat, and simmer until reduced by half, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 4 – Add beef broth, tomato paste, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme sprig. Stir to combine.
Step 5 – Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and reduced by about one-third. Remove the thyme sprig.
Step 6 – Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and swirl in the cold butter until melted and incorporated. Serve immediately over grilled or pan-seared steak.
Recipe Tips
- Smooth Sauce – For a smoother sauce, you can strain it after step 6 if desired.
- Combining Ingredients – Allow the sauce to simmer to a boil to ensure that the sauce ingredients do not separate. If they do separate, remove the saucepan from the heat and quickly stir together until the mixture combines. Then place back on the heat.
- Pan Drippings – This red wine sauce can be made with pan drippings for a delicious layer of flavor after cooking medium-rare steak in a cast-iron skillet.
Can I Make This Red Wine Sauce Without Wine?
Yes, you can make this red wine pan sauce without wine. I would substitute with beef stock or chicken stock.
Serving Suggestions
This steak sauce pairs perfectly with many side dish recipes. We love to make Grilled Potatoes in Foil, and Best Grilled Asparagus with a side of Grilled Peaches.
Other side dishes that has a perfect pairing with steak is Baked Mac and Cheese Recipe, Green Beans with Bacon Recipe and Microwave Baked Potatoes.
Frequently Asked Questions
When making this homemade steak sauce, we like to use a dry red wine for the best flavor. If you like red wine that you enjoy drinking, then I would use that to make this steak sauce.
The combination of the ingredients and allowing the sauce to simmer in a saucepan will make a thick and creamy red wine sauce.
Yes, this rich steak sauce is delicious on your favorite cuts of beef, such as sirloin, ribeye, NY Steak, and Filet Mignon.
Store this sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
When ready to serve the red wine sauce again, place the sauce in a saucepan and reheat until heated. Then it is ready to serve again.
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Red Wine Steak Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 cup dry red wine
- ¼ cup finely chopped shallots
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 sprig fresh thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon cold butter for finishing
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Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat.
- Add shallots and garlic, sauté until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the red wine, increase heat to medium-high, and simmer until reduced by half, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add beef broth, tomato paste, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme sprig. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and reduced by about one-third.
- Remove the thyme sprig.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and swirl in the cold butter until melted and incorporated.
- Serve immediately over grilled or pan-seared steak.
