Easy Vegan Gravy
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
2 cups
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Calories
211 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Easy Vegan Gravy
Description
The Easy Vegan Gravy recipe combines water and a vegetarian bouillon cube to form a broth that acts as the foundation for this savory gravy. Onions sautéed until tender in vegetable oil add depth and sweetness, while flour stirred in creates a roux that thickens the sauce. As the broth is incorporated and gently simmered, the gravy achieves a smooth consistency, balanced by salt and black pepper to taste.
The simple ingredients allow the gravy to complement a variety of dishes without overpowering them, making it flexible for use with vegan or vegetarian meals. The cooking method ensures the onions contribute a gentle flavor and the roux lends a creamy texture.
This vegan gravy can be served over mashed potatoes, plant-based roasts, or vegetables, providing a warming, hearty accompaniment to enhance the meal experience.
To ensure a smooth gravy, whisk frequently to blend out flour lumps. The onions benefit from slow cooking to release sweetness. For variation, diced mushrooms or minced celery can be added to give a chunkier texture, and smoked paprika can be used for a smoky flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of water
- 1 vegetarian bouillon cube
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ⅛ cup yellow onion diced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by either boiling or microwaving the water and bouillon cube until it's a well-combined broth, then set it aside.
- In a small pot over medium-heat, add the vegetable oil and onions and saute until the onions become translucent tender. Lower to a simmer, add the flour, and stir until your roux has a smooth consistency.
- Add the broth, salt, and pepper, and stir over low heat until it thickens.
Notes
- Whisk continuously during cooking to avoid lumps and ensure a smooth gravy consistency.
- Cook onions until translucent to develop a richer, more developed flavor base.
- For added texture, consider adding diced mushrooms or minced celery into the gravy.
- To introduce a smoky note, a pinch of smoked paprika can be stirred in during seasoning.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 211 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.25cup | |
| Calories | 211kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10g | 59% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 488mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 30mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0.3IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 9mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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