Copycat KFC Gravy - Easy Brown Gravy Recipe
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Copycat KFC Gravy - Easy Brown Gravy Recipe
Description
The Copycat KFC Gravy starts by slowly melting butter in a saucepan over low heat. Onion powder, garlic powder, and flour are added gradually and whisked continuously for 5-10 minutes to evenly cook the flour, creating a roux. The pan is gently shaken occasionally to ensure all edges incorporate the roux. Beef broth is added in increments of half a cup to develop a dark brown color and thick consistency. The gravy is brought to a simmer over medium heat and stirred regularly for 8 to 12 minutes. Additional butter is stirred in at the end to provide a glossy finish.
This method creates a gravy with a smooth, velvety texture enriched by the spices and butter. The brown color and thickness are adjusted by cooking time. The gravy works well as a comfort sauce over fried foods, mashed potatoes, or roasted meats.
Because the exact flavor depends on the beef broth used, it is important to use low sodium broth to control saltiness. Whisking throughout prevents lumps and promotes even cooking. The final tablespoon of butter enriches and adds sheen to the finished gravy.
Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons butter + 1 TB, unsalted
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 Tablespoons flour
- 2 cups beef broth low sodium
Instructions
- Add 3 TB butter to saucepan and melt gradually over low heat.
- Slowly add garlic, onion powder and flour so that it is evenly distributed around the pan. Whisk slowly for 5-10 minutes.
- Every couple minutes, give the pan a shake and swirl so that the gravy covers the entire bottom of the pan.
- Add broth 1/2 cup at a time until gravy becomes a dark, rich brown color.
- Turn to medium heat and allow to simmer until you have your desired thickness. Stir every 20-30 seconds while simmering. Cook for 8 minutes for thinner gravy and up to 12 minutes for thick gravy.
- Stir in a Tablepsoon of butter at the end to add sheen. Remove from heat.
Notes
- Whisk continuously when adding flour and broth to avoid lumps and ensure smooth gravy.
- Use low sodium beef broth to better control the final saltiness of the gravy.
- Simmer the gravy for 8-12 minutes depending on preferred thickness, stirring every 20-30 seconds.
- Adding a tablespoon of butter at the end enriches the gravy and gives it a glossy appearance.
- Cook the roux slowly over low heat to prevent burning and develop a deeper brown color.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 53 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 53kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 148mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 120mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 131IU | 3% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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