Savoury Sauces

Sauces are often considered one of the greatest tests of a chef’s skill. The successful pairing of a sauce with a food demonstrates technical expertise, an understanding of the food, and the ability to judge and evaluate a dish’s flavours, textures, and colours. Most sauces have more than one function in a dish. A sauce that adds a counterpoint flavour, for example, may also introduce textural and visual appeal. Choosing a sauce with a similar base flavour tends to complement and intensify the flavour of the main item. On the other hand, you can choose a sauce that adds a contrasting flavour. A good example would be a red wine sauce that introduces some bright and acidic flavours to a dish that features beef. The contrast between rich, savoury beef flavours and the sharp taste of the wine makes the beef stand out.