Carnes

Meat sauce with mushrooms

Meat sauce with mushrooms
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Ingredient Information

Name

Meat sauce with mushrooms

Category

Carnes

Popularity

7 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Mushroom meat sauce is a culinary preparation that combines a rich and flavorful meat base, usually ground or in small pieces, slow-cooked with fresh mushrooms and other ingredients such as onion, garlic, and spices. This sauce is highly valued in various cuisines for its creamy texture and deep umami flavor, which enhances pasta, rice, and potato dishes, or is even used as an accompaniment for meats.

The origin of this sauce is closely linked to European cuisine, especially Italian and French, where meat and mushroom sauces are a fundamental part of traditional dishes like ragù or demi-glace sauce with mushrooms. Over time, it has been adapted to different Latin American cultures, becoming a popular option to enhance the flavor of everyday meals.

Among its main properties, its protein content, derived from the meat, and its fiber and antioxidant content provided by the mushrooms stand out. Additionally, it is a source of B-complex vitamins, iron, and essential minerals. This combination makes it ideal for adding flavor and nutrients to a balanced meal.

Regarding synonyms or alternative names in Latin America, this preparation may be referred to as Bolognese sauce with mushrooms, stewed meat sauce with mushrooms, or simply meat and mushroom sauce. Although the terminologies vary, the essence of the ingredient remains the same: a robust and hearty sauce that enriches a wide variety of recipes.

Nutritional Properties

0.8g
fiber
520mg
sodium
20mg
calcium
2.5g
fats
1.1mg
iron
160mg
potassium
1.2g
sugars
45
calories
3.5g
proteins
150IU
vitamin a
2mg
vitamin c
0.8g
saturated fats
3.0g
carbohydrates

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