Umami-Bomb Vegetarian Demi Glace

Got a meat-free friend coming to dinner and wondering what in the world to serve? We've got you covered... covered in an unctuous, flavor-packed demi-glace that's wheat-free, gluten-free, and, vegetarian. Did we say vegetarian? We should probably mention that it's in fact vegan with no dairy at all. And yet, you won't believe its rich, satisfying taste and texture. Oh and hey, you can make this stuff in two hours! That's pretty crazy considering that traditional demi-glace can take about 24 hours. 

To our minds, the best meat-free recipes remind you that you could eat like a king even if you never touched a piece of cooked animal protein again. This is one of those recipes. In fact, at the risk of sounding hyperbolic, we contend that it may even been a little better than a meaty demi-glace, because the earthy flavor of the vegetables, augmented by umami-rich seaweed, are so complex and lively. Serve it atop steak or serve it atop a tofu steak. Heck, this stuff is so tasty you can just pour it into a shot glass and serve it between courses. 

Whatever you do with it, you'll wind up with a decadent, rich dish that will make your guests, all your guests, feel like royalty. Once you get the technique down, you can use whatever you have on hand, provided you combine sweet vegetables with more savory plants. Grant breaks it all down in the video above. Watch, then get ready to up your dinner game with one seriously delicious sauce.