Description
This easy prime rib au jus sauce is rich, savory, and full of deep beef flavor that makes any roast dinner feel extra special. It is a quick and easy recipe that comes together with pan drippings, beef broth, and simple pantry staples, making it perfect for holiday dinners, easy dinner ideas, comfort food meals, and leftover roast beef sandwiches. If you need food ideas for a cozy family meal or a simple sauce that adds steakhouse flavor to prime rib, this homemade au jus is a delicious choice.
Ingredients
2 cups beef drippings and broth combined
2 cups beef broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, optional
1 teaspoon soy sauce, optional
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water
Instructions
1. Pour the prime rib drippings into a measuring cup and skim off excess fat if desired. Add enough beef broth to the drippings to make 2 cups total.
2. Add the drippings mixture and the remaining 2 cups beef broth to a medium saucepan.
3. Whisk in the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and kosher salt.
4. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
5. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors blend and the sauce reduces slightly.
6. For extra depth, stir in the thyme leaves and soy sauce if using.
7. If you want a slightly thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with the cold water, whisk it into the saucepan, and simmer for 1 to 2 more minutes.
8. Remove the pan from the heat and whisk in the butter until smooth and glossy.
9. Strain through a fine mesh sieve if you want a smoother finish.
10. Serve warm over sliced prime rib or on the side for dipping.
Notes
Use low-sodium broth if your roast drippings are already well seasoned.
For the best flavor, make the sauce while the prime rib rests so the drippings stay fresh and flavorful.
Straining the finished sauce gives it a smoother, more elegant texture for serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 38
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg