Grzybowy Sos (Creamy Mushroom Sauce)
This rich and earthy Polish mushroom sauce is perfect for topping pierogi, potato pancakes, or roasted vegetables. It features fresh mushrooms simmered in a creamy, savory broth, creating a comforting and versatile accompaniment.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 40 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Per serving
- 194 kcal
Allergen information: may contain gluten and milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 450 gcremini mushroom, sliced
- 1 pcsyellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 clovegarlic, minced
- 2 tbspbutter
- 2 tbspall-purpose flour
- 1.5 cupvegetable broth, warm
- 0.75 cupsour cream
- 0.5 tspsalt
- 0.25 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
garnish
- 2 tbspfresh dill, chopped(optional)
Equipment
large skillet · whisk
The method
Step by step
- 1
Melt the butter in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
About 1 min
- 2
Add the chopped yellow onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
About 6 min
- 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
About 1 min
- 4
Add the sliced cremini mushrooms to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until they have released their liquid and are lightly browned, about 8-10 minutes.
About 9 min
Cook’s note: Don't overcrowd the pan; cook mushrooms in batches if necessary to ensure good browning.
- 5
Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the mushrooms and stir well, cooking for 1-2 minutes to toast the flour.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: This creates a roux that will thicken the sauce.
- 6
Gradually whisk in the warm vegetable broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps, until the sauce begins to thicken.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Using warm broth helps prevent lumps.
- 7
Reduce the heat to low, then stir in the sour cream, salt, and black pepper. Heat gently but do not bring to a boil after adding sour cream, as it may curdle.
About 3 min
- 8
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- 9
Serve warm, garnished with fresh dill if desired.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 194.3kcal
- Protein
- 5.9g
- Carbs
- 12.3g
- Fat
- 14.9g
- Fibre
- 1.8g
- Sugar
- 5g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Gently reheat on the stovetop over low heat, stirring occasionally, adding a splash of broth or water if it's too thick.
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