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Brown Sauce

Cultural Context

Brown sauce, a staple in British cuisine, originated in the 19th century as a condiment for meats and savory dishes. Often associated with the iconic HP Sauce, it has become a beloved addition to breakfast items like bacon sandwiches and is a key player in fish and chips meals. Today, variations exist globally, with many countries creating their own versions to complement local dishes.

BritishGBother
30 min
easy
10 servings
Servings4
2 tablespoons oil
onions
garlic
vinegars
molasses
sugar
ketchup
cornstarch
Rye flour
dates
spices
1 teaspoon Tamarind pulp

malt vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note while being more accessible.

tamarind

🥗Healthier: date paste

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Date paste provides sweetness and a similar texture.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: flour

Arrowroot is a gluten-free thickener.

1

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a stainless pan until hot.

2

Add chopped onions and garlic to the pan and sauté until the onions are translucent, about a couple of minutes.

3

Add vinegars, molasses, sugar, and ketchup to the pan, stirring to combine.

4

Mix cornstarch and Rye flour in a bowl to make a paste, then add to the sauce mixture, stirring to avoid lumps.

5

Simmer the sauce for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens.

6

Add 1 teaspoon of Tamarind pulp and stir it in, continuing to simmer for another 5 minutes.

7

Blend the sauce to combine the garlic and onion, then cool it down before bottling.

Cooking Techniques

simmeringmixing

Equipment Needed

stainless panbowlblendersterilized bottles

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

Steak SauceHP Sauce

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