The Best Easy Turkey Gravy Recipe
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The Best Easy Turkey Gravy Recipe
Description
This turkey gravy starts by collecting drippings from roasted turkey, carefully separating the fat. Butter is melted and combined with flour and black pepper to form a roux that cooks briefly to avoid a raw flour taste. The turkey drippings, without added fat, are whisked in followed by low-sodium chicken broth to thin the mixture to the desired consistency. Simmering thickens the gravy while developing flavor.
The result is a velvety smooth sauce with the rich taste of turkey enhanced by the butter and seasoning. The gravy complements roasted turkey or chicken and can be served alongside mashed potatoes, vegetables, or stuffing to add moisture and deeper flavor.
Using fresh turkey drippings captures authentic flavor. Skimming off the fat before adding drippings helps keep the gravy from becoming greasy. Whisking constantly during simmering prevents lumps and ensures even thickness. Once thickened, removing from heat preserves the smooth texture. Serving immediately maintains the best texture and warmth.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup turkey drippings
- 1 cup chicken broth low-sodium
Instructions
- Pour drippings from your roasted turkey into a large bowl or measuring cup.
- In a medium nonstick saucepot, melt butter.
- Add flour, pepper, and whisk vigorously to combine.
- Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until slightly fragrant – watch carefully and do not let burn!
- Pour the turkey drippings into the pot, without adding the fat which should have separated off from the drippings.
- You can skim the fat off the top using a fork or spoon to help prevent it from going into the gravy.
- Whisk vigorously to combine.
- Add the stock and whisk to combine.
- Bring the gravy to a slow simmer, whisking occasionally but vigorously.
- When gravy has thickened, remove from heat and transfer to a gravy boat for serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 99 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 99kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 34mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 27mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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