Description
This Vegan Mushroom Gravy is a rich and savory sauce perfect for enhancing your favorite dishes. Made with sautéed mushrooms, shallots, garlic, and a blend of herbs, this gravy is thickened with flour and enriched with vegetable broth and soy sauce for a umami-packed, dairy-free, and plant-based delight. It’s ideal for holiday meals, mashed potatoes, or as a flavorful topping for roasted vegetables.
Ingredients
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 3 Tablespoons vegan butter (or olive oil)
- 2 shallots, diced
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 10 ounces mushrooms, sliced (cremini recommended)
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish - thyme, rosemary, oregano, etc.)
Spices & Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1-2 teaspoons fresh thyme)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 Tablespoons soy sauce
Thickening Agent & Liquids
- 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth (can vary between 2 to 3 cups depending on desired thickness)
Instructions
- Prep the Vegetables: Dice the shallots, mince the garlic, and slice the mushrooms as preparation for cooking. Set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat the vegan butter in a pan. Once melted, add the diced shallots and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3 minutes until they become translucent and fragrant.
- Cook the Mushrooms and Spices: Add the sliced mushrooms along with dried parsley, dried thyme, and ground black pepper to the pan. Stir and sauté on medium heat for 10-15 minutes until mushrooms release their juices and begin to brown and crisp.
- Add and Toast Flour: Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms in the pan, stirring thoroughly to coat them. Continue cooking for an additional minute to toast the flour and eliminate any raw taste.
- Add Broth and Soy Sauce: Pour in the vegetable broth and soy sauce, stirring continuously to combine and dissolve any lumps of flour. Adjust broth quantity to desired gravy thickness, using 2 to 3 cups.
- Simmer and Thicken: Cook the gravy for another 5-10 minutes while stirring occasionally, allowing it to thicken. Keep in mind it will thicken more as it cools.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and top with fresh herbs such as thyme or oregano if desired. Serve warm as a delicious accompaniment to your meal.
Notes
- For a thicker gravy, use 2 cups of vegetable broth; use up to 3 cups if you prefer a thinner consistency.
- Fresh herbs can be used in place of dried for a more vibrant flavor.
- Make sure to toast the flour properly to avoid a raw flour taste in your gravy.
- This gravy can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheated gently.
- Use gluten-free flour if needed to make this recipe gluten-free.
