Best 2 Demiglace Substitute Recipes

**Demiglace: The Secret Ingredient for Rich and Flavorful Dishes**

Demiglace is a rich, flavorful sauce made from slowly simmering brown stock, vegetables, and herbs. It is a versatile ingredient that can be used to enhance the flavor of a variety of dishes, from stews and casseroles to soups and sauces. Demiglace adds a deep, savory flavor that is sure to impress your taste buds. If you don't have time to make your own demiglace, there are several easy-to-use substitutes that can provide similar results. In this article, we'll explore some of the best demiglace substitutes, along with recipes that showcase their unique flavors. From a simple brown sauce to a rich and creamy mushroom sauce, these recipes will help you create delicious and memorable meals that are sure to become favorites. So, let's get cooking!

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

DEMI-GLACE OR SEMI-DEMI-GLACE (SIMPLE REDUCTION AND 2 CHEATS)

Demi-Glace or Semi-Demi-Glace (Simple Reduction and 2 Cheats) image

Demi-glace is traditionally made by combining veal stock and espagnole and then simmering it until reduced by half to make a thick, rich sauce. Due to the considerable effort involved in making the traditional demi-glace, this simple stock reduction is a common substitute. Julia Child referred to this as a "semi-demi-glace".

Provided by littleturtle

Categories Sauces

Time 12h3m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 2

Ingredients

2 quarts homemade beef stock
2 tablespoons red wine (optional)

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring stock to a boil.
Turn heat down to the lowest heat setting and allow to simmer for several hours until stock has reduced to 1-2 cups (remove any scum that rises to the surface as it simmers).
It has reduced to demi-glace if it thoroughly coats the back of the spoon.
*It's not as good as the homemade stock, but a good quality canned beef consommé can be used as a shortcut substitution. Reduce by half in the same way.
**In a real pinch 2 teaspoons beef base can be dissolved in 2 tablespoons red wine as a substitute for demi-glace.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135.4, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 2.1, Sodium 7194.5, Carbohydrate 0.8, Protein 22.1

DEMI=GLACE SUBSTITUTE

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Categories Sauce Herb

Yield 1 CUP

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

2C beef broth
1 TLB butter
1 tsp cornstarch disolved in 3 TLB water
1/8 tsp balsamic vinegar or sherry

Steps:

Simmer broth & butter over med-low heat til reduced by half. Add cornstarch mixture stirring slowly. Simmer & reduce slightly again until smooth & rich. If too thick add vinegar & stir. Should not be gravy consistency.

Tips:

Use a flavorful broth. The base of your demiglace substitute is the broth, so make sure it's packed with flavor. A good option is to use a combination of beef, chicken, and vegetable broth, or a store-bought low-sodium beef broth.
Add some umami. Umami is the fifth taste, and it's what gives food a savory, satisfying flavor. You can add umami to your demiglace substitute by using ingredients like mushrooms, soy sauce, or Worcestershire sauce.
Thicken it up. Demiglace is a thick, rich sauce, so you'll need to thicken your substitute. You can do this by using a cornstarch or arrowroot slurry, or by reducing the sauce until it reaches the desired consistency.
Add some color. Demiglace has a deep brown color, so you may want to add some color to your substitute. You can do this by using ingredients like molasses, coffee, or caramelized onions.

Conclusion:

With a little creativity and experimentation, you can easily make a delicious demiglace substitute at home. These substitutes are perfect for adding flavor and richness to your favorite dishes, and they're a great way to use up leftover ingredients. So next time you're in a pinch, don't be afraid to give one of these demiglace substitutes a try.