Description
This savory, plant-based gravy is made with a simple roux, flavorful broth concentrate, and aromatic seasonings. It’s perfect for serving over mashed potatoes, stuffing, or any comforting side dish.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup neutral oil
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon Better Than Bouillon No-Beef base (or vegetable broth concentrate)
- ½ tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 bay leaf
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, warm the oil.
- Add the flour and whisk constantly to form a roux. Cook for 2–3 minutes until golden and fragrant.
- In a separate measuring cup or bowl, whisk together the water, bouillon base, soy sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Slowly pour the liquid into the roux while whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
- Add the bay leaf and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat and let the gravy simmer for 5–7 minutes, whisking occasionally, until thickened.
- Remove the bay leaf, taste, and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve hot over mashed potatoes, stuffing, or your favorite savory dish.
Notes
- For thicker or thinner gravy, adjust the liquid amount or simmer time accordingly.
- Taste and adjust seasonings before serving.
- You can thicken the gravy with a cornstarch or flour slurry instead of making a roux.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
