Marsala Sauce
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What it is
Marsala sauce is a savory sauce made with Marsala wine, a fortified wine from Sicily, Italy. It typically includes ingredients like mushrooms, onions, garlic, broth, and sometimes cream or butter. The sauce is often simmered to allow the flavors to meld and thicken.
Why it's used
Marsala sauce is primarily used to add a rich, complex flavor to dishes, especially chicken, veal, and pasta. Manufacturers use it as a key flavoring agent in prepared meals, sauces, and marinades. Its distinctive taste enhances the overall palatability of the food product.
Health notes
Marsala sauce is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. The components of Marsala sauce, such as wine and vegetables, are common food items. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated many food ingredients, but specific evaluations for 'Marsala sauce' as a distinct entity are not widely published. Consumption of alcohol in Marsala wine should be considered, especially for individuals with alcohol sensitivities or restrictions.
Allergen info
Marsala sauce is not a major allergen. However, if cream or butter is used in its preparation, it would contain dairy, which is a major allergen. Gluten may be present if wheat-based thickeners are used.
Products containing Marsala Sauce
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Roth Industries, LLC
Premium Cuts Sliced Chicken Breasts With Rib Meat In A Creamy Wine Sauce With Mushrooms Marsala, Chicken
High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving
121kcal
12.9Protein
6.4Fat
2.1Carbs
Hannaford Bros. Co.
Salisbury Beef Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli Florets, Marsala Sauce, Garlic And Herb Butter And Carrots, Beef Steak With Marsala
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
146kcal
6.2Protein
10.7Fat
7.3Carbs
True Food Innovation
Classic Chicken Marsala With Ziti Pasta Meal Kit, Classic Chicken Marsala
High in sodium — 23% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving
179kcal
10.9Protein
5.8Fat
19.2Carbs
Glencourt Inc.
Chicken Marsala Meatballs White-Meat Chicken And Parmesan Meatballs In A Creamy Marsala Wine Sauce With Mushrooms, Chicken Marsala Meatballs
High in sodium — 31% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 39% DV per serving
145kcal
9.2Protein
7.5Fat
7.5Carbs
Publix Super Markets, Inc.
Marsala Chicken Meatballs With Root Veggies, Marsala Chicken
High in sodium — 51% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 35% DV per serving
131kcal
5.3Protein
7.4Fat
9.2Carbs
Wakefern Food Corporation
Chicken Marsala, Chicken
High in sodium — 34% DV per serving
121kcal
13.6Protein
4.3Fat
4.3Carbs
Target Stores
Chicken Marsala Boneless Chicken Breast In A Classic Marsala Sauce, Chicken Marsala
High in sodium — 20% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 32% DV per serving
171kcal
17.1Protein
9.3Fat
4.3Carbs