Whether you’re marinating steak or looking to slather something on a burger, you’ll find what you’re looking for in these 22 Sauces for Beef!
Sure you could always use Worcestershire sauce or A1 sauce, but take things up a notch for your next steak dinner! No matter if you’re looking for a creamy sauce, or more of a classic steak sauce, you’re sure to find something you love here.
Certain sauces are better for burgers, while others are perfect for a juicy steak, even steak cubes in a crock pot. They could be as simple as a compound butter or as sophisticated as a béarnaise sauce. And while you don’t always need a sauce to accompany a good steak, it sure does elevate the experience.
Best Sauces for Beef
Ginger Sauce Recipe
If you're looking for a savory sauce for proteins and vegetables this EASY Ginger Sauce recipe is the way to upgrade nearly any meal!
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Beer BBQ Sauce Recipe
Looking for an EASY Beer BBQ Sauce to pair with your favorite brews at your next cookout? Look no further than this delicious sauce recipe!
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Caramelized Onion Jam
This EAST Caramelized Onion Jam is an amazing condiment to top anything from meats and vegetables to cheeses and pizza!
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TGI Friday’s Whiskey Glaze
Formerly known as TGI Fridays Jack Daniel's Sauce, this Whiskey Glaze is perfect for serving with meats, sandwiches or for dipping!
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Diane Sauce for Steak
Creamy, rich, and even a touch tangy, this Diane sauce will turn any dinner — beef-based or otherwise — into a restaurant-quality meal!
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Meatloaf Glaze Recipe
This easy meatloaf glaze recipe combines common condiments with simple seasonings and sweetness to create a sweet and savory meatloaf sauce!
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Swedish Meatball Sauce Recipe
This simple Swedish Meatball Sauce is a thick sauce that's easy to make and pairs perfectly with Swedish meatballs, other meats, and veggies!
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French Choron Sauce
This famous French Choron Sauce recipe is a tomato and tarragon-laced Bearnaise sauce that only takes minutes to prepare! Perfect for meats!
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Jack Daniel’s BBQ Sauce Recipe
This EASY Jack Daniel's BBQ sauce is a heady sauce that is more tangy than it is spicy. The sugars and fruit make it sticky and sweet!
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Romesco Sauce
This homemade Romesco Sauce is a versatile sauce that's tomato-based with tons of bold flavor. Use this to liven up any meats or vegetables!
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Blue Cheese Sauce
This delicious Blue Cheese Sauce recipe brings together slightly tangy Greek yogurt with the pleasant funk of aged blue cheese!
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Creamy Peppercorn Sauce
This Creamy Peppercorn Sauce without brandy is easy and affordable and will elevate any meal whether it's a weeknight or date night!
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Teriyaki Sauce Recipe
Whether used as a marinade, dipping sauce or even a glaze, this homemade Teriyaki Sauce recipe is full of flavor and perfectly sweet!
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Spicy BBQ Sauce Recipe
Perfectly sweet and spicy, this homemade Spicy BBQ Sauce recipe is perfect for slathering on a sandwich or coating a rack of ribs!
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Chipotle Ketchup Recipe
Take your plain ketchup to the next level with this THREE ingredient Chipotle Ketchup recipe! Great to dip fries or just about anything into!
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Au Jus Sauce (with or without drippings)
If you're looking for a lightweight sauce with flavors of beef and herbs, au jus sauce is for you. This easy sauce is incredibly versatile.
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Romesco Sauce
Romesco is a hearty, thick and smoky tomato-based sauce that uses nuts and bread for flavor and texture. Serve it over lamb, beef or even vegetables.
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Mushroom Sauce for Steak
After you’ve tried this amazing mushroom sauce for steak, you will never serve a steak without it again. Almost like a mushroom gravy, but with more gusto.
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Cherry Balsamic Sauce
With only 4 simple ingredients, this EASY Cherry Balsamic Sauce is perfect for topping chicken, beef, veggies and even vanilla ice cream!
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Balsamic Thyme Blueberry Sauce
Looking for you new favorite versatile sauce? Skip the usuals and go for this savory blueberry sauce!
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Creamy Horseradish Sauce
Good beef doesn’t need a sauce, right? But even the best beef can use a sidekick and this homemade horseradish sauce recipe is the perfect match.
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Green Curry Sauce
With fresh ingredients like ginger, lime juice and cilantro, you are well on your way to making this easy Green Curry Sauce!
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Horseradish Aioli
The zesty kick of flavor in this creamy aioli is perfect for burgers, deli sandwiches or paninis. Also great for dipping fries, onion rings and more!
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Best Steak Marinade
There’s nothing better than a delicious grilled steak in the summer or any time of the year for that matter. This easy marinade for steak will give you the most flavorful steak you’ve ever tasted!
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Skirt Steak Chimichurri
Chimichurri sauce is one of my favorite sauces for steak and paired with skirt steak, it makes for an absolutely drool-worthy dinner!
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Au Poivre Sauce
Looking for a steakhouse experience in the comfort of your own home? Try adding an easy au poivre sauce.
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Beurre Blanc Sauce
Beurre Blanc is a classic French sauce translated as "white butter"- which is an emulsified lemon butter sauce, perfect for chicken, seafood, beef and pasta!
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Coca Cola BBQ Sauce
Looking for a new homemade BBQ sauce? Try making it with your favorite cola with Cola BBQ Sauce!
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Copycat Peter Luger Steak Sauce
The best homemade steak sauce is my Copycat Peter Luger Steak Sauce! Sweet and spicy, rich and decadent, it complements even the best piece of meat and even chicken!
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Skirt Steak Marinade
Who doesn’t love a good beef marinade? Whether you broil, pan sear or grill, a good marinade only enhances the natural flavors and juiciness of an excellent cut of beef.
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More Homemade Sauces
Which sauces you choose also depend on your own taste. Sweet sauces can be a nice contrast to a savory piece of beef, and a barbecue sauce can be a delicious accompaniment to a tender brisket.
Popular Ingredients for Sauces for Beef
While the ingredients for a good sauce all vary, here are some of the most popular:
- Olive oil
- Brown sugar
- Soy sauce
- Dijon mustard
- Lemon juice
- Balsamic vinegar
- White wine vinegar
- Garlic cloves
- Heavy cream
- Fresh herbs
- Unsalted butter
- Garlic powder
- Black pepper
- Fresh ginger
- Red pepper flakes
- Apple cider vinegar
- Maple syrup
- Chili powder
- Cayenne pepper
