Beet Sauce

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1989
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  • Yield 1 Serving
  • Level Medium

A condiment made of beetroot juice.
 

Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup fresh beet juice (from about 3 pounds beets)
  • 1 whole star anise
  • 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) cold unsalted butter, cut into bits
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • White pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
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Directions

  1. 1. Put beet juice in a small saucepan with the star anise.
  2. 2. Boil the juice over high heat for about 3 to 4 minutes, or until it is reduced to about 1/2 cup.
  3. 3. Turn off heat, and let juice sit for 15 minutes.
  4. 4. Turn heat to moderate, and whisk in butter, a few pieces at a time.
  5. 5. When all butter is incorporated, continue to cook, whisking constantly, for another 3 to 4 minutes to thicken the sauce slightly.
  6. 6. Season with the salt, white pepper, and lemon juice. Serve immediately.