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Rich Creamy Vegan Mushroom Gravy Recipe Easy Homemade from Scratch

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A rich, creamy, and velvety vegan mushroom gravy made from scratch using simple pantry staples and fresh mushrooms. Perfect for comfort meals like mashed potatoes or vegan meatloaf.

Ingredients

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  • 10 ounces (280 grams) fresh mushrooms, sliced (cremini preferred, button mushrooms work too)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegan butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (use gluten-free flour if needed)
  • 2 cups (480 ml) vegetable broth, preferably low sodium
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) unsweetened plant-based milk (almond or oat milk recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Slice 10 ounces (280 grams) of mushrooms and finely chop 1 medium yellow onion. Mince 3 garlic cloves.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegan butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and golden.
  3. Add the mushrooms and cook for another 8-10 minutes until they release their juices and start to brown.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and 1 teaspoon dried thyme. Cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  5. Sprinkle 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour over the mushroom mixture. Stir constantly with a whisk or wooden spoon for 2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
  6. Slowly pour in 2 cups (480 ml) vegetable broth while whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Then add 1/2 cup (120 ml) unsweetened plant-based milk. Keep whisking until the gravy is smooth and starts to thicken, about 3-5 minutes.
  7. Stir in 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari, 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast (if using), and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  8. Reduce heat to low and let the gravy simmer gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  9. Optional: Use an immersion blender in the pan to blend the gravy until creamy for an ultra-smooth texture, or leave it chunky for a rustic feel.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If too thick, add a splash more broth or plant milk.

Notes

Do not skip browning the mushrooms as it develops deep flavor. Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy, savory depth. Use tamari for gluten-free option and better color. For gluten-free gravy, substitute flour with gluten-free blend or cornstarch mixed with cold water. Gravy thickens upon simmering; adjust liquid to desired consistency. Can be made ahead and stored in fridge up to 4 days or frozen up to 2 months.

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