Description
This Prime Rib Au Jus is a rich, savory, alcohol-free sauce made from beef broth, pan drippings, and simple seasonings.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups beef broth (low sodium recommended)
- Pan drippings from prime rib or beef tenderloin
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh thyme or rosemary sprig (optional)
Instructions
- Pour pan drippings from cooked prime rib into a heat-safe bowl and let fat rise to the top.
- Remove excess fat, leaving a small amount for flavor.
- Transfer drippings to a saucepan over medium heat and warm until fragrant.
- Stir in beef broth, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, salt, and optional herbs.
- Let sauce gently simmer for 8–10 minutes to deepen flavor.
- Mix butter and flour into a paste; whisk into sauce for a slightly thicker au jus.
- Strain for smoothness and serve warm over sliced prime rib.
Notes
- This sauce adds restaurant-quality depth to every bite.
- Perfect for elevating any prime rib or beef tenderloin dinner.
- Ready in minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg