Rajská Omáčka (Czech Tomato Sauce)

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds a different flavor profile.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness with additional flavor.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Homemade stock can be healthier and more flavorful.

Sear meat in a pressure cooker until browned.

Add water for the broth.

Sauté onions in the same skillet used for the meat.

Add tomatoes to the pot and cook down.

Add tomato paste to the sauce.

Measure and add spices to the sauce.

Pour in beef broth for extra flavor.

Strain the sauce to remove solids.

Make a roux with flour and butter to thicken the sauce.

Simmer the sauce until thickened.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Dietary

Allergens