Description
This easy gluten-free turkey gravy recipe is perfect for enhancing your roasted turkey with a rich, savory sauce made from pan drippings and gluten-free flour. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, it combines flavorful spices and optional fresh herbs for a delicious, allergy-friendly accompaniment to your holiday meal.
Ingredients
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Gravy Ingredients
- 1 cup Turkey Drippings (Accumulated juices from roasted turkey)
- 1/4 cup Gluten-Free Flour (A blend of rice flour, tapioca starch, and potato starch works best)
- 2 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth (Enhances flavor and helps achieve the right consistency)
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder (Adds subtle sweetness and depth)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (Infuses the gravy with a warm, savory note)
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper (Adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt (Adjust as needed based on seasoning of drippings or broth)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Herbs (optional) (Chopped thyme or parsley for added freshness)
Instructions
- Collect Turkey Drippings: Collect turkey drippings from the roasting pan and pour into a measuring cup, discarding any solid bits to ensure a smooth gravy base.
- Warm Drippings: In a medium saucepan, warm the turkey drippings over medium heat to prepare for combining with the thickening agents.
- Prepare Flour Paste: In a small bowl, mix gluten-free flour with a few tablespoons of chicken broth to create a smooth paste, preventing lumps in the gravy.
- Incorporate Flour Paste: Whisk the flour paste into the warm drippings, stirring continuously to blend and begin thickening the mixture.
- Add Remaining Broth: Gradually add the remaining chicken broth while whisking to maintain a smooth consistency and ensure the gravy does not clump.
- Season Gravy: Add onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt to taste, whisking to combine all the flavors evenly.
- Simmer and Thicken: Simmer the gravy for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened. Adjust consistency with more broth if needed to achieve desired thickness.
- Add Fresh Herbs: If using, stir in fresh herbs like chopped thyme or parsley just before removing from heat to add freshness and aroma.
- Final Taste and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve the gravy immediately or keep warm until ready to use.
Notes
- Ensure to discard any burnt bits from the turkey drippings to avoid bitter flavor in your gravy.
- The gluten-free flour blend must include rice flour, tapioca starch, and potato starch for best thickening results.
- If the gravy is too thick, add extra chicken broth gradually to thin it out.
- Fresh herbs are optional but enhance flavor and presentation.
- This gravy can be made ahead and reheated gently on the stovetop before serving.
