Vegan Onion Gravy
This vegan onion gravy is rich, savory, and simple to make. Caramelized onions bring a natural sweetness and deep umami, while blending creates a silky, pourable texture that takes this gravy from basic to indulgent.
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 large white, yellow, or vidalia onion chopped (1 full cup)
- 6 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 Tablespoons neutral oil or vegan butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, sauté the onion in 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat until softened and slightly caramelized.1 large white, yellow, or vidalia onion
- To make the roux, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil to the pan and allow it to melt. Stir in the flour and cook over medium-low heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the flour is lightly browned.6 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Slowly pour in the broth while whisking to prevent lumps. Continue cooking, whisking occasionally, until the gravy thickens.3 cups vegetable broth
- Using an immersion blender to blend the onion until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- Broth – I use 3 teaspoons of Better Than Bouillon mixed with 3 cups of water and don't add extra salt.
- Blending – This step is necessary to give the gravy its full flavor. Skipping it will result in a gravy that's noticeably less flavorful. If you prefer a chunkier texture, cook a little extra onion and set it aside. After blending, stir in the cooked onion.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 99kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 324mg | Potassium: 1mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g
