Description
A quick and easy mushroom gravy recipe combining fresh mushrooms, savory broth, and simple pantry ingredients to create a rich, umami-packed sauce perfect for enhancing mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, and meats. Ready in under 20 minutes, this versatile gravy adds comforting flavor to any dish.
Ingredients
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Core Ingredients
- 8 oz fresh mushrooms (cremini or button), cleaned and sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups vegetable or beef broth
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Ingredients
- Fresh thyme or parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Mushrooms: Clean and slice the mushrooms evenly. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the mushrooms for 5 to 7 minutes until they release their juices and turn golden brown, developing a deep, earthy flavor.
- Add Aromatics: Add chopped onions and minced garlic to the mushrooms. Cook together for 2 to 3 minutes until softened and fragrant, enhancing the base flavor aroma.
- Make the Roux: Sprinkle flour over the mushroom mixture while stirring constantly to coat evenly. Cook for about 2 minutes until the flour turns slightly golden, removing any raw taste and forming the gravy’s thickening base.
- Add the Liquid: Slowly whisk in the broth to prevent lumps. Continue cooking and stirring for 5 to 7 minutes until the mixture thickens to a smooth, gravy-like consistency.
- Season & Finish: Stir in soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper to taste. Add chopped fresh herbs like thyme or parsley if desired. Adjust seasoning as needed, then remove from heat and let rest briefly before serving.
Notes
- Use dried shiitake mushrooms or soak them in broth for extra umami depth.
- Allow mushrooms to caramelize well for richer flavor.
- Whisk continuously when adding broth to prevent lumps.
- If gravy becomes too thick, thin with additional broth or water (avoid milk to preserve flavor).
- Mushroom gravy tastes better the next day after flavors meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 4.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: mushroom gravy, savory sauce, easy mushroom sauce, vegetarian gravy, umami gravy, comfort food sauce
