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Shake Shack Truffle Sauce Recipe

Shake Shack Truffle Sauce Recipe

5 from 1 vote
Craving that luxurious, earthy flavor of Shake Shack’s famous truffle sauce? This shake shack truffle sauce recipe brings the gourmet burger experience right to your kitchen. The secret behind this decadent condiment lies in its perfect balance of caramelized mushrooms, aromatic shallots, and premium black truffle oil.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American
Calories: 64

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz mixed mushrooms cremini and shiitake work best, finely chopped
  • 2 large shallots finely minced (divided)
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Madeira wine
  • 2 tablespoons port wine
  • 1 cup high-quality mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons premium black truffle oil
  • 1 shallot for frying thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the finely chopped mushrooms and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they’re golden brown and caramelized. Don’t rush this step – proper caramelization is crucial for flavor development.
  2. Add the minced shallots and garlic to the mushrooms. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and the shallots become translucent.
  3. Pour in the sherry vinegar, Madeira, and port wine. Let the mixture simmer and reduce for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has evaporated and the mixture becomes jammy. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Remove from heat and let the mushroom mixture cool completely to room temperature, about 15 minutes.
  5. While the mushroom mixture cools, heat vegetable oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Fry the thinly sliced shallot until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Drain on paper towels and season with salt.
  6. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and black truffle oil. Fold in the cooled mushroom mixture until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Transfer the sauce to a container and top with the crispy fried shallots just before serving.

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Notes

Store your homemade truffle sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Keep the crispy shallots separate and add them just before serving to maintain their crunch. The sauce actually improves in flavor after a day as the ingredients meld together beautifully.