Southern Brown Gravy
User Reviews
5
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
16 servings
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Calories
20 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Southern Brown Gravy
Description
Southern Brown Gravy is made by forming a roux of butter and flour, which is cooked to remove the raw flour taste. Gradually incorporating beef broth while whisking leads to a smooth, thickened gravy. The seasoning with black pepper and salt adjusts the flavor to your preference, taking into account the saltiness of your broth and butter. The process of slow addition of broth is key to achieving the right thickness without lumps or thinning.
The rich and velvety texture of the gravy makes it ideal for pouring over meats like roast beef or turkey, as well as traditional southern sides such as mashed potatoes and biscuits. It adds moisture and depth of flavor without overpowering the dish it accompanies.
Should the gravy become too thin due to adding broth too fast, a cornstarch slurry—mixing cornstarch with cold water—can be gently whisked in to restore thickness. Careful attention to stirring and adding broth slowly will help maintain the ideal texture. The choice of unsalted or salted broth and butter allows control over the final seasoning.
Ingredients
- 32 ounces beef broth I use unsalted, or beef stock
- 2 tablespoons butter I use unsalted and add salt as needed
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoons black pepper or more to taste, coarse ground
- kosher salt to taste, coarse
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the butter and let it melt.
- Once the butter is melted, add in the all-purpose flour and whisk until smooth. You want it to cook out the raw flour taste.
- Allow the flour mixture to cook for about 3 minutes, whisking occasionally to keep it smooth.
- Gradually add in the beef broth, whisking constantly. Pouring it in slowly will allow it to thicken. I like to add in about 1 cup at a time.
- Once all of the beef broth has been added, season with black pepper. Taste test before adding salt. The amount of salt you’ll want to use will be determined by whether or not you use salted beef broth and/or salted butter.
- Once your gravy is seasoned, serve in a gravy boat over your favorite dish!
Notes
- Add beef broth slowly while whisking continuously to maintain gravy thickness and smoothness.
- If gravy becomes too thin, incorporate a cornstarch slurry made from 1 tablespoon cornstarch and 2 tablespoons cold water to thicken it.
- Taste before adding salt because the saltiness depends on the broth and butter used.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 20 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.25cup | |
| Calories | 20kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 104mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 116mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.004g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 44IU | 1% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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