Basic sauces for your dishes
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Kiwilimón - 2018-12-13T13:45:21.411144Z
As the famous French proverb says: “the sauce is worth more than the fish.” In other words, a good sauce can elevate even the simplest dishes. Discover the basic sauces you need to learn how to prepare to impress every day in the kitchen.
Homemade mayonnaise
Of course, mayonnaise had to be on this list. Whether you use it to prepare a simple homemade sandwich or an exquisite Russian salad, mayonnaise is always an essential ingredient. Since some recipes include oysters and have a strong flavor, you can replace them with aromatic herbs. The best part is that you can make it the traditional way, whisking with a balloon whisk, or faster, using your blender.
Pomodoro sauce
This is a great example of how a sauce can enhance any preparation. Use it on pasta, meats, or chicken; it pairs well with everything. It’s a sauce made from tomatoes, garlic, onion, and some extra ingredients that add a lot of flavor. Although originally you need to chop the ingredients to prepare it, we suggest using the blender to save time when cooking.
Homemade tamarind sauce
When you have no more ideas or only have a steak left in the refrigerator, this tamarind sauce can save you. Remember that you can refrigerate it and reheat it, or simply serve it cold.
Red ranch sauce
Of course, a spicy sauce is basic, especially in Mexican cuisine. And what better option than a delicious red ranch sauce. To give that special touch to your dishes, you only need 6 ingredients, your blender, and less than 15 minutes.
Ranch dressing
You can use this dressing to accompany a huge variety of dishes, such as wings, BBQ ribs, or salads. So it definitely has to be in your kitchen. Depending on the consistency you prefer, you can chop the ingredients by hand or better yet, blend everything for a more homogeneous mixture.
Homemade peanut butter
Although it’s not exactly a sauce, peanut butter can be used to prepare a wide variety of dishes from Eastern cuisine and also to give a peanut flavor to many desserts. Follow this recipe to have preservative-free peanut butter in your kitchen.
Now that you know that all you need to prepare spectacular dishes is a good sauce, use these recipes and let your imagination soar. Tell us, what ingredients would you like to combine with these sauces?