Sour Sauce

Prep: 5 min Cook: 12 min Cuisine: American

A tangy, silky sour sauce that brightens grilled meats and roasted veggies with sharp vinegar notes, buttery richness, and a smooth texture—perfect for bold, comfort‑food lovers.

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Ingredients

  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup vinegar
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 tbsp flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Combine chopped onion, vinegar, and water in a saucepan.
  2. Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes, letting the onions soften and the liquid reduce slightly.
  3. Whisk melted butter, egg yolks, flour, and salt together until smooth.
  4. Pour the hot liquid from the saucepan over the butter mixture while whisking continuously.
  5. Blend thoroughly until the sauce is thick and glossy.
  6. Simmer for 1 minute to ensure the mixture is smooth and fully cooked.
  7. Serve immediately or keep warm until ready to use.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

574 kcal 29% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 12.2g 24% DV
Total Fat 43.6g 56% DV
Carbs 32g 12% DV
Fiber 1.2g 4% DV
Sugar 5.1g 10% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9826mg 100% DV
Potassium 153.5mg 3% DV
Cholesterol 651.8mg 100% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 120.8mcg 13% DV
Vitamin C 0.4mg
Vitamin D 2.6mcg 13% DV
Calcium 99mg 8% DV
Iron 4.1mg 23% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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