Vegetarian Onion Gravy with a Carnivore Option
This rich and flavorful Vegetarian Onion Gravy is perfect over mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta. It caters to both vegetarians and meat lovers, making it a versatile addition to your comfort meals.
Ingredients
For the Gravy
- 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 3 quarts/liters low sodium or sodium free beef stock, chicken stock, or vegetable stock
- 1 ½ pounds chopped Spanish onion
- 2 large shallots, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground thyme or 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon fresh ground nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoon flour (for slurry) to thicken the gravy
- ¾ cup water (for slurry)
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by simmering the stock until it is almost reduced in volume by half.
- Heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat in a sauté pan and add the garlic and onions.
- Cook until the onions soften, caramelize, and turn golden brown, tossing constantly every 2 or 3 minutes. This can take around half an hour or longer.
- Add the caramelized onion to the reduced stock along with the nutmeg and thyme.
- Simmer for only a few minutes before thickening the gravy by whisking in a slurry made from the flour dissolved in water.
- At this point, serve the gravy with whole pieces of onion or blend it to a smoother consistency.
Notes
Allow the onions to caramelize longer for a deeper flavor. Adjust the thickness with more or less flour. You can also add herbs like rosemary or oregano for added flavor. The gravy freezes well in small airtight containers.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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