Vegetarian Mushroom Gravy
Our mushroom gravy can rival any "traditional" gravy, and its impressive umami-filled profile leaves us in awe. Both vegans and meat-eaters will eagerly pour this flavor-packed gravy over all their Thanksgiving sides. Not only is it a delightful addition to vegan holiday meals, but it's also a simple yet fantastic sauce to add to your culinary repertoire. Best of all, this gravy comes together within minutes, saving you the trouble of roasting an entire turkey or chicken to enjoy it.Now, let's discuss the technical definition of gravy. Traditionally, gravy is a combination of meat drippings, flour, and broth. If you're unsure about meat drippings, worry not: They are the fat that drips off the meat during roasting. This rich and savory liquid serves as the core component of most gravy recipes. However, we've crafted a gravy recipe without drippings as well. The secret lies in using butter and broth to replicate the fatty essence of traditional drippings.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 4 oz. mushrooms, finely chopped
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp. chopped thyme
- 1 tsp. chopped sage
- 1 tsp. chopped rosemary
- 3 tbsp. all-purpose flour
- 3 c. vegetable stock
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until soft, 6 minutes. Stir in mushrooms and herbs and season with salt and pepper. Cook until soft, about 5 minutes more. Add flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in 2 cups of vegetable stock and whisk to combine. Bring to simmer and cook for 5-10 minutes, until the flavors have melded and the mixture has thickened slightly. If the mixture is too thick, gradually add more vegetable stock.
- Taste and season with more salt and pepper if needed, then serve warm.
Nutrition
Calories: 397kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 7gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 2126mgPotassium: 585mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gCalcium: 111mgIron: 3mg
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