Whiskey Butter Sauce Recipe

Name: Whiskey Butter Sauce
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion; 2 cloves minced garlic; 1/2 cup + 1 tablespoon bourbon or whiskey; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; Dry Mustard; 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce; 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar; Salt (to taste); Ground Black Pepper (to taste); 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter

Relive the magic of a Montauk wedding with this unforgettable Whiskey Butter Sauce! Twenty years ago, James & Elizabeth's intimate celebration on the dunes inspired this rich and decadent sauce, perfectly complementing filet mignon or flank steak. The cold, cloudy weather may be forgotten, but the flavor of this sauce remains a cherished memory. Elevate your next special occasion or weeknight dinner with this easy-to-make recipe.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Calories 1151.3 kcal

Protein 4g

Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Whiskey Butter Sauce

1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion
2 cloves minced garlic
1/2 cup + 1 tablespoon bourbon or whiskey
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Dry Mustard
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
Salt (to taste)
Ground Black Pepper (to taste)
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter

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How to Make Whiskey Butter Sauce

In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1/2 cup bourbon or whiskey, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (such as Frank's RedHot), and 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the sauce has reduced and slightly thickened.
Reduce heat to the lowest setting. Whisk in 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, a tablespoon at a time, until smooth and emulsified. This process should take about 3-5 minutes.
Stir in 1 tablespoon of bourbon or whiskey.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. The sauce should be thin enough to coat a steak but rich in flavor. Serve immediately over your favorite steak or grilled chicken.