Beef in White Wine Sauce
Beef in White Wine Sauce is a classic European dish, particularly popular in French and Italian cuisines, featuring tender cuts of beef like sirloin or tenderloin simmered in a creamy sauce made with white wine, shallots, garlic, and often mushrooms or herbs. The sauce is typically finished with cream or butter for richness, creating a luxurious pairing for the savory beef.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein from the beef and moderate in fat due to the creamy sauce, while being relatively low in carbohydrates unless served with starchy sides like pasta or potatoes. A typical serving provides iron, B vitamins, and zinc, with a calorie range of approximately 400-600 depending on portion size and sauce richness.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 30 g |
| Carbs | 8 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sodium | 600 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.5 µg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Zinc | 6 mg |
| Selenium | 25 µg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, this dish exemplifies the French culinary principle of 'déglazing'—using wine to lift flavorful browned bits from the pan—showcasing how simple techniques can elevate humble ingredients into elegant fare. Nutritionally, the combination of beef's iron with the vitamin C from wine or accompanying vegetables can enhance mineral absorption, making it a surprisingly nutrient-dense comfort food.
