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Wine sauce Calories
Savory wine-based sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 tablespoon (medium) of Wine sauce (30 g) has 25 calories. That works out to 83 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.2 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 1.4 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Wine sauce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
25
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
2.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fat
1.4g
· 2% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 38% · Protein 7% · Fat 55%
Wine sauce nutrition facts table · 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 25 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.4 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.83 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 123 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% |
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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How Many Calories in 2 Tablespoons of Wine sauce?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 25 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 12 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 45 g | 37 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (small) | 60 g | 50 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 62 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 83 kcal |
| ½ cup (large) | 120 g | 100 kcal |
Calculated from 83 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wine sauce
What is wine sauce made of?
Wine sauce is made by reducing wine, often with stock, aromatics such as shallots, and butter or cream. The ingredients vary by recipe, and the sauce may be finished with herbs, mustard, or pan drippings.
What wine is best for wine sauce?
Use a dry wine that tastes pleasant to drink, since reduction concentrates its flavor. Choose a dry red for a fuller sauce or a dry white for a lighter one; avoid sweet wines unless the recipe calls for sweetness.
What should you serve with wine sauce?
Wine sauce pairs especially well with steak, roast beef, and lamb, while white-wine versions also suit chicken, fish, and mushrooms. Spoon it over the dish just before serving so it does not soften a crisp seared crust.
How do you make wine sauce from scratch?
Soften chopped shallot in butter, add wine and stock, then simmer until the liquid reduces and tastes concentrated. Take the pan off the heat and whisk in cold butter for a smooth, glossy finish.
Does alcohol cook out of wine sauce?
No, cooking does not guarantee that all the alcohol disappears. Simmering reduces the amount, but some may remain, especially when the sauce cooks briefly; choose a wine-free alternative if you need to avoid alcohol completely.
How can you thicken wine sauce without making it lumpy?
For a smooth wine sauce, reduce it gently until concentrated, or whisk a small amount of cornstarch into cold water before stirring it in. Adding dry flour directly to the hot sauce can leave lumps.
Can you make wine sauce with white wine instead of red wine?
Yes, white wine works in wine sauce and gives it a lighter, brighter flavor than red wine. It is a natural match for chicken, fish, and vegetables; use red wine when you want a deeper, more robust sauce.
How long does homemade wine sauce last in the fridge?
Homemade wine sauce generally keeps for three to four days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Chill it promptly after cooking, then reheat it gently while stirring to help the sauce stay smooth.
Can you freeze wine sauce?
Yes, wine sauce can be frozen, although sauces made with butter or cream may separate after thawing. Freeze it in an airtight container, thaw it in the refrigerator, and whisk it gently while reheating.
Why does my wine sauce taste too sour?
Wine sauce can taste too sour when the wine is very acidic or the reduction is not balanced with enough savory richness. Stir in a little butter or stock, taste again, and avoid adding extra wine before the sauce reduces.
Wine sauce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B3
0.21mg · 1% DV
Vitamin A
11.4µg · 1% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
123mg · 5% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
10mg · 1% DV
Selenium
0.63µg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
32mg · 1% DV
Wine sauce Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Wine sauce
To burn the 25 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Wine sauce?
Wine sauce is a savoury sauce made by simmering wine, often with stock, shallots or onion and herbs; recipes vary, and some are finished with butter for a silkier texture. It has roots in European cooking, particularly French-inspired sauces, and is now served in many places with roasted or grilled meat, poultry, fish or vegetables. At home, a little spooned over the main dish is usually enough to add depth without taking over its flavour.
Depending on the wine, it can taste fruity, gently sharp and savoury, with a smooth or lightly reduced consistency. It provides 83 calories per 100 g. For a lighter plate, serve it on the side and use just enough to coat each bite; it also pairs well with mushrooms or roasted vegetables.
How Nutritious Is Wine sauce?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
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.
Is Wine sauce Processed?
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.
Does Wine sauce Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Wine sauce Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Wine sauce Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.83g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.36g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8:1).
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