Gluten-Free Turkey Gravy
Equipment
- 1 pan
- 1 whisk
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter – use the same amount of dairy-free butter for a dairy-free gravy
- 4 tablespoons gluten-free all-purpose flour or the same amount of regular flour if you’re not on a gluten-free diet
- 2 cups of cold broth or strained turkey drippings – chicken, turkey, veggie, or beef broth all work. I usually use chicken bouillon dissolved in water
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce – optional
- salt and pepper, to taste – Add a pinch of garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, or paprika for a richer gravy if you like.
Instructions
- Make the roux: Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the gluten-free flour and whisk until a thick paste forms. Cook for about 2 minutes for a blond roux or 3 to 3 ½ minutes for a brown roux. Choose the longer time for a darker gravy with deeper flavor.
- Add the liquid: Pour in the cold broth or prepared turkey pan juices a little at a time. Whisk well after each addition before adding more. Continue until all the liquid is incorporated and the gravy is smooth.
- Thicken and season: Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring as needed. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, if using. Taste the gravy, then season with salt and black pepper as needed.
- Note: To check the consistency, dip a spoon into the gravy and turn it over. The gravy should leave a smooth coating on the back of the spoon.
- Serve: Remove the saucepan from the heat and serve the gravy warm.
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Recipe Notes
Storage and Reheating
Refrigerator: Store cooled gravy in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheating: Reheat the gravy gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat, whisking often until heated through. If it’s too thick, whisk in a small amount of broth. You can also microwave it at a lower power, stirring between intervals to prevent splattering. Make ahead: Prepare the gravy up to 4 days in advance and refrigerate it in an airtight container. Reheat shortly before serving.Nutrition
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