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Rich, savory stock-based sauce with mushroom umami
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Mushroom demi-glace sauce (30 g) has 17 calories. That works out to 55 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.1 g of carbs, 0.8 g of protein, 0.6 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
17
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
2.1g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.8g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.6g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 19% · Fat 32%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 17 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.6 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.22 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 192 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.1 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 8 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 45 g | 25 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (medium) | 60 g | 33 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 33 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 55 kcal |
| ½ cup (large) | 120 g | 66 kcal |
Calculated from 55 calories per 100 g.
Mushroom demi-glace sauce is a rich, concentrated brown sauce made with stock and mushrooms. It adds savory depth to a dish and is commonly served with meat, though recipes differ in their ingredients and preparation.
Mushroom demi-glace sauce tastes deeply savory, with earthy mushroom notes and the concentrated flavor of browned stock. It is usually more intense and less creamy than a typical mushroom cream sauce, so a little can go a long way.
To make mushroom demi-glace sauce, brown mushrooms and aromatic vegetables, add stock, and simmer until the flavors concentrate. Strain it for a smooth finish, or leave the mushrooms in for a more rustic sauce.
Mushroom demi-glace sauce is usually based on deeply reduced brown stock, while mushroom gravy is often thickened with flour or starch and may be made from pan drippings. Demi-glace tends to have a more concentrated, stock-forward flavor.
Often, yes. Traditional demi-glace is made with meat stock, and mushrooms add flavor rather than replace the stock. A version made with vegetable stock can be meat-free, but the recipe determines what is in the sauce.
Mushroom demi-glace sauce pairs especially well with steak, roast beef, pork, and other savory mains. You can also spoon a small amount over mashed potatoes or a grain side to carry the sauce through the meal.
Yes, mushroom demi-glace sauce works in pasta dishes, especially those with mushrooms or meat. Stir a small amount into the pasta and loosen it with pasta water so the concentrated sauce coats the noodles instead of overpowering them.
Simmer mushroom demi-glace sauce uncovered to reduce and thicken it naturally. If you need a quicker adjustment, whisk in a small amount of cornstarch mixed with cold water, then heat the sauce until it thickens.
Use mushroom gravy or a reduced beef stock as a substitute for mushroom demi-glace sauce. Mushroom gravy is usually less concentrated, so simmer it briefly to deepen its flavor before adding it to a dish.
Yes, mushroom demi-glace sauce freezes well. Cool it promptly, divide it into small airtight portions, and thaw only what you need in the refrigerator; reheat it gently and stir to bring the sauce back together.
Vitamins
B3
0.51mg · 3% DV
B2
0.03mg · 2% DV
B5
0.08mg · 2% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
192mg · 8% DV
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
19mg · 3% DV
Selenium
1.14µg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
54mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Mushroom demi-glace sauce brings mushrooms together with demi-glace, a deeply reduced, brown stock-based sauce from French cooking. It is typically glossy and concentrated, with the mushrooms adding an earthy aroma to the savoury base; recipes may include other vegetables and seasonings as well.
In France it is served with dishes such as steak and roast meats, and it also works well with mashed potatoes. Elsewhere, it is a restaurant-style sauce for grilled or pan-seared meat, or a way to add depth to a simple plate of vegetables. Expect a rich, savoury taste and a smooth, thick texture. It is relatively light in calories for a sauce, but offers little fibre; use a modest spoonful to bring flavour without overwhelming the main dish.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.22g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.22g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.