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Cherry Chili Chard
© Lillys-Table.com Photo of Cabernet Cocoa Sauce
 

Tags: Nut Free Low-Glycemic Gluten-Free Vegan Dairy Free

  • Hard
  • Medium
  • Easy

Prep
Difficulty
Easy

20 mins

Time
Estimate
20 mins

Icon Heart Healthy

Gluten
Free?
Yes

Winter

Typical
Season
Winter

Nutrition Info

  • 7
  • 6
  • 5
  • 4
  • 3
  • 2
  • 1

Protein

  • 7
  • 6
  • 5
  • 4
  • 3
  • 2
  • 1

Carbs

  • 7
  • 6
  • 5
  • 4
  • 3
  • 2
  • 1

Fats

  • 7
  • 6
  • 5
  • 4
  • 3
  • 2
  • 1

Vegetables

Recipe Detail

Winter

Cabernet Cocoa Sauce

from Cabernet-Cocoa Steak with Cherry Chili Chard, the Week of February 12, 2012.
View the previous recipe for this meal.

Cabernet is reduced with a bit of cacao or cocoa powder giving this savory sauce an almost chocolate ganache feel, perfect to drizzle on chicken or steak. For a dairy-free option, substitute a flavorful olive or coconut oil.

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • ½ onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups red wine, preferably cabernet
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa
  • 2 tablespoons butter, unsalted, coconut oil or olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper

Serving Size: 2 People

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Preparation Instructions

Sauté the sliced onion in the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Once wilted, pour in the red wine. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Add the cocoa powder. Simmer for about 8-12 minutes.

Once the sauce is reduced in half, turn off the heat and add the butter or coconut oil while stirring quickly. Add salt and black pepper to taste.