Description
Master smooth and flavorful Turkey Gravy with simple ingredients and clear steps. This recipe delivers a rich, comforting taste and luscious texture perfect for any holiday or family meal, customizable to your taste and dietary needs.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- Pan drippings or vegetable broth: 2 cups
- All-purpose flour: 3 tablespoons
- Plant-based butter: 3 tablespoons
- Vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural): 1 tablespoon
- Apple cider vinegar: 1 teaspoon
- Fresh herbs (like thyme and sage): 1 tablespoon, chopped
- Natural gelling agent: 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt and black pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Collect and Prepare Pan Drippings: After roasting your turkey, carefully collect the juices and fat left in the roasting pan. Remove any large bits, then pour the drippings into a bowl and let it settle. Skim off some of the fat to control richness if desired.
- Create a Roux: In a saucepan, melt plant-based butter over medium heat. Whisk in all-purpose flour gradually, stirring continuously until the mixture turns golden and fragrant. This roux will thicken your gravy and give it body.
- Gradually Add Liquids: Slowly whisk in the pan drippings and enough vegetable broth to reach your preferred consistency. Stir well to avoid lumps and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Enhance with Flavorings: Add vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar, and fresh herbs. Season with salt and black pepper to suit your taste. Let the gravy simmer gently so the herbs and seasonings infuse deeply.
- Thicken with a Natural Gelling Agent: If your gravy needs extra thickness, sprinkle in a small amount of natural gelling agent while stirring vigorously. Keep cooking for a few more minutes until you reach that perfect silky texture.
Notes
- Use warm liquids to prevent lumps when mixing the roux.
- Strain the gravy through a fine-mesh strainer for an ultra-smooth texture before serving.
- Add the natural gelling agent gradually to avoid over-thickening.
- Keep stirring continuously to ensure even texture and prevent sticking.
- Taste as you go to adjust seasoning based on the intensity of your pan drippings and broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Sauces
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Turkey Gravy, Vegetarian Gravy, Plant-Based Sauce, Holiday Gravy, Smooth Gravy
