Description
This rich and savory Mushroom Gravy is a perfect vegan accompaniment to elevate mashed potatoes, mashed cauliflower, or parsnip puree. Made with cremini mushrooms, fresh herbs, and a smooth vegetable broth base, this gravy is both flavorful and comforting, featuring a thick, velvety texture that enhances any dish.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 shallot, finely chopped (⅓ cup)
- 16 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
- ½ tablespoon tamari
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1½ tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- ½ tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil: Warm the 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the aromatics.
- Sauté the shallots: Add the finely chopped shallot to the skillet and cook until softened and translucent, about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- Cook the mushrooms: Add the sliced cremini mushrooms to the skillet and cook them until they are soft and have released their moisture, about 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Add seasonings: Stir in the tamari, minced garlic, fresh thyme leaves, and chopped fresh rosemary into the mushrooms, mixing well to combine all the flavors.
- Incorporate flour: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour evenly over the mushroom mixture and stir constantly for 1 minute to cook the flour and create a roux base, which will help thicken the gravy.
- Add vegetable broth and simmer: Gradually add the 3 cups of vegetable broth while stirring or whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 20 minutes, whisking often to achieve a smooth gravy consistency.
- Season to taste: Season the gravy with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your preference. Stir well to evenly distribute the seasoning.
Notes
- This mushroom gravy is vegan and a great way to boost flavor in various mashed vegetable dishes, including garlic mashed potatoes, mashed cauliflower, and parsnip puree.
- Use tamari as a gluten-free alternative to soy sauce, but ensure your flour is gluten-free if needed for dietary restrictions.
- Fresh herbs like thyme and rosemary add depth, but dried herbs can be used in a pinch—use about one-third the amount if substituting dried.
- Whisk frequently while simmering to avoid lumps and ensure a smooth texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe (approx. 1/2 cup)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
