Sauce Aurora

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Servings: 60 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A luxurious, pale pink cream sauce perfect for elegant fish and poultry dishes
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Sauce Aurora

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 60 Calories: 549.4

Description

Sauce Aurora is a sophisticated derivative of the classic white sauce, enriched with cream and lightly tinted with tomato paste to create a delicate, creamy pink hue. This elegant sauce offers a rich, velvety texture with subtle savory notes from the stock and a hint of acidity from the tomato. It is traditionally served with poached fish, such as salmon or cod, but also pairs beautifully with chicken, veal, or steamed vegetables. The key to a perfect Aurora sauce is patience; it requires gentle simmering to develop a smooth, lump-free consistency without breaking the emulsion. This recipe provides a reliable method for achieving that professional, restaurant-quality finish in your home kitchen.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Melt 60 grams of butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
  2. Add the flour and stir continuously to create a roux, cooking for 1 to 2 minutes without browning.
  3. Gradually whisk in the stock while stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a gentle simmer.
  5. Cook the sauce slowly, stirring occasionally, for at least 45 minutes to thicken and smooth the texture.
  6. Skim off any foam or solids that rise to the surface.
  7. Stir in enough cream to achieve the desired consistency.
  8. Remove the saucepan from the heat.
  9. Add the tomato paste and the remaining butter, mixing well until fully incorporated and smooth.
  10. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 60

Amount Per Serving
Calories 549.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 29.4g46%
Saturated Fat 16.6g83%
Cholesterol 92.3mg31%
Sodium 1826.3mg77%
Total Carbohydrate 58.9g20%
Dietary Fiber 10.4g42%
Sugars 25.1g
Protein 21.0g42%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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