Bourbon and Dried Apricot Pork Sauce

1 serving

15 minutes

This bourbon and apricot sauce for pork is a true culinary masterpiece. Inspired by European traditions, it combines the deep caramel flavor of bourbon, the sweetness of apricots, and the spiciness of shallots, creating a rich and harmonious palette of flavors. Fragrant thyme enhances its freshness, while red wine vinegar adds a slight acidity that balances the sweetness. The sauce pairs excellently with roasted or fried pork, transforming an ordinary dish into a restaurant masterpiece. Its rich texture beautifully coats the meat, making it even juicier. This sauce is the choice for gourmets seeking new flavor discoveries.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 598.8
• Proteins: 8.4g
• Fats: 19.5g
• Carbohydrates: 42g

Ingredients

• Vegetable oil: 1 tbsp
• Shallots: 1 head
• Bourbon: 0.5 glass
• Dried apricots: 65 g
• Chicken broth: 1 glass
• Fresh thyme: 5 g
• Red wine vinegar: 2 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Heat the oil in the pan.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil: 1 tablespoon

2. Add chopped shallots and fry for 2 minutes until soft.

   Required ingredients:

   • Shallots: 1 head

3. Add bourbon and chopped dried apricots.

   Required ingredients:

   • Bourbon: 0.5 glass
   • Dried apricots: 65 g

4. Pour in the broth, sprinkle everything with crushed thyme, and simmer for 8 minutes until the sauce thickens.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken broth: 1 glass
   • Fresh thyme: 5 g

5. Add vinegar and season with salt and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red wine vinegar: 2 tablespoons
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste