Description
Learn how to make a delicious and flavorful turkey gravy from scratch using simple ingredients. This savory gravy is the perfect finishing touch to your Thanksgiving feast or any roasted poultry dish.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups turkey drippings (or turkey stock or broth)
- 1/2 cup water (optional, to adjust consistency)
- salt and black pepper to taste
- optional: 1 teaspoon soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce for depth of flavor
Instructions
- Melt Butter: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Create Roux: Whisk in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for about 2–3 minutes until the mixture turns a light golden brown and forms a roux.
- Add Drippings: Slowly whisk in the turkey drippings (or stock), ensuring there are no lumps. Continue whisking until the gravy simmers and thickens, about 5–7 minutes.
- Adjust Consistency: If too thick, add water gradually until desired thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
- Enhance Flavor: For extra depth, stir in soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce. Serve warm over turkey, mashed potatoes, or stuffing.
Notes
- If lacking drippings, use store-bought turkey or chicken broth.
- Strain drippings before use for a smoother texture.
- Gravy can be made ahead and gently reheated on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
