How to Make German-Style Mushroom Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

German cuisine is known for its distinct and hearty flavors, and one staple dish that exemplifies this is the German-Style Mushroom Sauce. This rich and savory sauce is a versatile accompaniment that pairs perfectly with a variety of meats, such as pork, beef, and chicken. Whether served over schnitzel, spaetzle, or roasted potatoes, this sauce is sure to elevate any dish with its earthy and robust taste.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter, or to taste
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 10 mushrooms, thickly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons water, or as needed
  • 1 teaspoon beef bouillon
  • 2 slices cooked bacon
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir onion and mushrooms into melted butter. Reduce heat to low and cover the skillet. Cook for 15 minutes. Stir, cover again, and cook until tender, about 15 minutes more.
  • Pour enough water into the skillet to moisten onion-mushroom mixture. Add bouillon; stir until dissolved. Cut bacon into small pieces over sauce. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
  • Increase heat to medium. Add sour cream and cornstarch; stir constantly until sauce is blended and thickened, about 2 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    118 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 20mg
    • Sodium: 335mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 43mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 231mg