Subiz sauce: calorie content and composition, what benefits it can bring to your body, who is better to limit its use. How to prepare subiz and add to what dishes?
Soubise is a French sauce that is prepared on the basis of another famous French sauce, béchamel. According to legend, it was invented by Princess de Soubise (which, incidentally, explains the name) especially for the marshal's spouse. The four main ingredients in the sauce are béchamel, butter, cream and onions. It suits many dishes, and the list is not limited to just French recipes. Soubise or, in a simple way, onion sauce is loved in many countries of the world not only for its impeccable taste, but also for its beneficial properties.
Composition and calorie content of subiz sauce
Despite the fact that butter is used in the sauce recipe, due to the addition of a large amount of onion, its calorie content is quite moderate, so it is sometimes allowed to indulge in a French delicacy even with a dietary diet.
The calorie content of subiz sauce is 75 kcal per 100 grams, of which:
- Proteins - 1, 3 g;
- Fat - 6, 1 g;
- Carbohydrates - 4, 8 g;
- Ash - 1, 4 g;
- Dietary fiber - 1 g.
The sauce also contains biologically active elements - vitamins, minerals, saturated fatty acids.
Mineral content per 100 grams:
- Sodium - 327 mg;
- Potassium - 62 mg;
- Phosphorus - 70 mg;
- Magnesium - 10 mg;
- Calcium - 18 mg;
- Iron - 0.4 mg.
Vitamins per 100 grams:
- Beta-carotene - 530 mg;
- Vitamin B1 - 0.02 mg;
- Vitamin B2 - 0.02 mg;
- Vitamin A - 88 mcg;
- Vitamin C - 1.3 mg
Also the subiz sauce contains saturated fatty acids - 0.5 grams per 100 grams, which in moderation are necessary for the implementation of many physiological processes in the body.
Useful properties of subiz sauce
Due to the presence of important biologically active elements in the sauce, it has a beneficial effect on the body. However, the dosage is decisive. So, the aforementioned saturated fatty acids in reasonable doses are an important nutrient for humans, and in excessive doses they increase the likelihood of the formation of cholesterol plaques and other health problems.
In addition, it is important to prepare subiz from quality products - special attention should be paid to the quality of milk, cream and butter. By the way, the fat content of the latter should be at least 80%.
So, the benefits of subiz sauce, if consumed in reasonable quantities and made from quality products, are expressed in the following effects:
- Strengthening the bone skeleton … As we all know, dairy products, which mainly make up the sauce, contain a large amount of calcium in combination with phosphorus and vitamin D. Calcium is well absorbed, which means it strengthens the skeleton. In addition, it is an excellent prevention of osteoporosis.
- Improving brain activity … Found in milk, glutathione is a powerful antioxidant that is best at protecting brain cells from free radicals. This is why this product is especially important for children and the elderly.
- Build muscle … Subiz sauce is a source of complete protein. Milk protein is considered one of the most valuable, it is more balanced in amino acid composition than protein in meat products. Thus, milk becomes especially valuable when muscle building is needed.
- Strengthening the nervous system … The cream contains a large amount of such an important component as phospholipids. This component plays an important role in strengthening the nervous system, helps prevent depression, insomnia, and chronic fatigue. In addition, it should be noted that the cream also contains a large amount of tryptophan, which promotes the synthesis of seratonin in the body, which is considered the hormone of joy.
- Beneficial effect on the digestive system … Butter and cream have an enveloping effect and help to strengthen the stomach and intestinal mucosa. In addition, the property of cream is known to slow down the absorption of toxins in case of poisoning - thus, the majority of harmful substances are excreted from the body, absorbed only to a very small extent.
- Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory action … Onions contain a powerful anti-inflammatory component, quercetin, which helps fight against a wide range of pathogenic flora. Fear of "onion" vegetables as bad bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract, and causing serious inflammation.
- Enhanced vision … Dairy products are rich in vitamin A, which is considered the vitamin of vision. Its regular use is an excellent prevention of ophthalmic diseases, including the development of night blindness. Also, vitamin A has a beneficial effect on mucous membranes and is able to improve the condition of the skin.
- Increased fertility … Butter has a beneficial effect on hormones, helps to improve reproductive function, and increases the likelihood of successful conception. Increasing fertility is relevant for both women and men.
- Prevention of colds … Especially well the aforementioned quercetin manages to cope with the causative agents of colds. In this "fight", the essential oils contained in onions also come into play.
Contraindications and harm of subiz sauce
However, even a high-quality subiz is a product that not everyone can eat. Along with useful properties, it has contraindications.
Subiz sauce can harm people:
- Allergy prone, since dairy products are among the most allergenic;
- With diseases of the cardiovascular system - in this case, even a small amount of saturated fat can be a problem and provoke an exacerbation;
- In case of metabolic disorders: if you have impaired sebaceous glands, butter and dishes containing it, it is better not to use it in order to avoid the appearance of acne, you should also not eat this product if you are obese;
- For serious gastrointestinal diseases - the sauce owes this contraindication to the onion included in the composition.
In general, I must say that if you have certain health problems, not even mentioned above, we recommend that you contact your doctor and clarify whether you can eat subiz sauce.
The potential harm of the sauce extends not only to people with certain diseases. First, it is worth re-emphasizing the need for moderate consumption. Secondly, it should be noted that many recent studies indicate that milk, which has always been considered healthy, actually causes serious damage to the body.
The criticism is based on two factors:
- The modern dairy industry feeds cows with antibiotics and hormones, a significant part of which certainly ends up in milk. For this reason, the product is strictly prohibited for people with hormonal problems. However, no one needs extra hormones and antibiotics, the constant exposure to these substances not only negatively affects the good bacteria in the intestine, but also helps to "grow" super-resistant pathogenic flora.
- Even if we are talking about homemade milk, which does not contain antibiotics and hormones, researchers also do not recommend drinking it, as they argue that by the age of 10 the human body stops absorbing the milk protein casein, and this, in turn, becomes the cause of various diseases.
However, these facts have not yet been officially accepted by the scientific community, and therefore to believe them or not, everyone decides for himself. But definitely, if you feel unwell after consuming dairy products, try cutting them out for a short time to see the effect.
How to make subiz sauce?
As we said, the subiz sauce is prepared in two stages: first you need to prepare the béchamel, and then add a number of additional ingredients.
Prepare bechamel:
- Peel the onion (1 pc.), Cut into half rings.
- Put a saucepan with a thick bottom over low heat, pour milk (700 ml), put prepared onion and bay leaf (1 pc.), Bring to a boil, turn off the heat immediately, cover the pan with a lid and leave for 10 minutes.
- Melt butter (4 tablespoons) in a frying pan, gradually add flour (80 grams), do not forget to stir.
- Fry the butter and flour for a couple of minutes, then slowly pour in the prepared milk and onions, bring the mixture to a boil.
- Add salt and pepper to taste, reduce heat to low and cook for 20 minutes, stirring constantly, then strain the béchamel through a sieve.
Now that the base is ready, you can start making the subiz sauce:
- Finely chop the onion (1 cup), pour boiling water over it, cover and leave for 5 minutes, then drain.
- Melt the butter (3 tablespoons) in a saucepan, add the prepared onion to it and simmer until soft on a small flame.
- Now pour the béchamel (1 glass) into a saucepan and cook for another 15 minutes.
- Finally, add the cream (1 cup), salt if necessary, and turn off the heat after a couple of minutes.
Subiz sauce is ready! As you can see, it is not so easy, but the exquisite taste of a French dish is worth the trouble.
Recipes with Subiz Sauce
Subiz sauce can be considered universal: if you like its delicate creamy taste with invigorating onion notes, you can safely complement any dishes with it. However, if we talk about the combinations recognized as the most harmonious, it should be said that it is best in harmony with meat dishes.
Let's take a look at some interesting use cases in subiz recipes:
- Chicken breast with subiz sauce … Cut chicken breast (500 grams) into portions, place in a bowl. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, dried garlic and Italian herbs to taste. Add olive oil (70 ml), soak for 20-30 minutes at room temperature. Transfer the fillet to a baking dish, cover with foil, bake for 20 minutes at 180 degrees. Remove the foil and leave the meat in the oven for another 10-15 minutes to cover with a delicious crust. Serve the cooked dish with rice, cherry tomatoes and subiz sauce.
- Beef sausages … Cut the beef (500 grams) into small pieces, scroll through a meat grinder. Add salt and pepper to the minced meat to taste, mix thoroughly and roll small sausages with a diameter of 2-3 centimeters and 5-6 centimeters in length. You should get 25-30 sausages. Grill the sausages, grill, or in a skillet. Cooking time is 7-8 minutes. Serve with subiz sauce, baked potatoes and fresh vegetables.
- Pork with orange-ginger sauce and subise … Cut pork (800 grams) into portions, rub with salt and pepper, brush with vegetable oil. Put in an oven preheated to 180 degrees for an hour. Grate the zest of an orange (1 piece), squeeze the juice out of it. Ginger root (1 tablespoon) finely grate. Combine zest, juice, ginger, soy sauce (50 ml) and melted honey (50 ml), stir. Boil the syrup until thick and stir it constantly with a whisk during cooking. Remove the pork, coat with sauce, put in the oven for another 10 minutes. Then remove and serve with subise sauce and mashed potatoes.
Such simple and at the same time delicious dishes can be prepared with subise. Try the French sauce in these recipes and keep experimenting with other dishes.
Interesting facts about subiz sauce
The main version says that the subise sauce was first prepared by Princess de Soubise - the wife of Marshal Charles de Rohan, who was famous in Paris as a true connoisseur of French cuisine. However, there is also a theory according to which an unknown chef invented the sauce, dedicating it to the same marshal, because he knew that he, like his wife, was a connoisseur of culinary art.
The béchamel sauce, which served as the basis for the subise, has a rich culinary "practice"; it was served with meat, fish, vegetables, as well as the famous Florentine eggs, pies and even soups. But subiza in the cuisine of France was assigned a narrow role, they were supplemented mainly with game.
It is noteworthy that by diluting the subise sauce with meat broth, you can get the famous French onion soup. Equip it with a crispy baguette for a delicious, hearty and delicious meal.
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