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Gluten-Free Gravy

By Audrey Roberts

5 from 5 votes

Nov 03, 2023

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This Easy 5-Minute Gluten-Free Gravy Recipe is made with only three simple ingredients. You can use any flavor of gluten-free broth and the recipe does not require any drippings. It’s the perfect gluten-free gravy for all of your holiday meals!

Post updated November 2023.

Gluten-Free Gravy

Making gluten-free gravy is so easy! You can quickly make this homemade gluten-free gravy in 5 minutes to go with any meal. It’s the perfect gravy for Gluten-Free Mashed Potatoes or Gluten-Free Stuffing.

This gluten-free gravy recipe can be made from your favorite flavor of gluten-free broths, bullion, or granules. You can even use turkey drippings.

You can use this easy gluten-free gravy recipe to make chicken gravy, turkey gravy, or beef gravy. You can see just how easy it is to make this gluten-free gravy in the recipe step photos.

Ingredients For Gluten-Free Gravy

• Butter:  The butter is what give gravy it’s rich flavor and creamy texture. For a dairy-free use Smart Balance butter or your favorite dairy-free
• Gluten-Free Flour: This recipe uses all-purpose gluten-free flour as to thicken the gluten-free gravy. You can also use a cornstarch slurry. Please see the recipe notes.
• Gluten-Free Broth: The broth is what gives the gravy its meaty flavor. You can make your own broth by using gluten-free bouillon cubes or gluten-free granule bouillons. You can also use turkey drippings. For using meat drippings please see the section below or the recipe notes.
• Salt and pepper: Use these seasonings to taste.
• Dried thyme: This seasoning is optional. It is one of my favorite savory seasonings to add to gravy.

How To Make Gluten-Free Gravy

• Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. (photo 1)
• Once the butter is melted add the gluten-free flour (or cornstarch slurry) to the pan and stir until combined to make a roux. Whisk for 2-3 minutes, until the butter turns golden brown and the gluten-free flour is fully dissolved and is clump-free.
• Add the gluten-free broth to the roux (butter mixture), stirring constantly with a whisk, and bringing to a boil. (photos 3)
• Boil for 1 minute and season with salt, pepper, and thyme (optional). (photo 3)
• Serve warm and enjoy! (photo 4)
• Store leftovers in an air-tight container in the refrigerator.
• Reheat leftovers in the microwave or stovetop.

Best Thickener For Gluten-Free Gravy

There are two easy options to thicken gluten-free gravy. When using gluten-free flour to thicken gravy, you will need to make a roux with the butter and gluten-free flour before adding in the gluten-free broth. This easy process is detailed in the recipe steps below.

An easy substitute for the gluten-free flour is cornstarch. Cornstarch is gluten-free and is easily available. You will need to make a cornstarch slurry before adding it to the gluten-free broth. Making a cornstarch slurry is easy and it is included in the recipe below.

You can use gluten-free flour or cornstarch to thicken your gluten-free gravy. Both options make a thick and flavorful gluten-free gravy. Each option is included in the recipe card below.

How Do I Use Pan Drippings To Make Gravy?

If you are going to use the pan drippings from your meat, you will need to strain out the fat or gristle. You can pour the dripping liquid through a fine-mesh strainer into a measuring cup.

Make sure to allow the drippings to cool before making the gluten-free gravy. You may want to taste the dripping to see how strong the flavor is. If the flavor is really strong, you can water down the drippings before adding it to the melted butter.

What Kind of Gluten-Free Broth Makes The Best Gravy?

It all depends on what flavor of gravy you want for your meal. You can use gluten-free chicken, beef, or vegetable broth. Just make sure that the broth you are using is labeled gluten-free.

You can make your own broth by using gluten-free bouillon cubes or gluten-free granules.

Tips For Making The Best Gluten-Free Gravy

• You can use cornstarch in place of the gluten-free flour to thicken the gravy. You will need to make a cornstarch slurry before adding it to the gravy mixture. In a small bowl whisk together 3 tablespoons of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water until smooth.
• To make a more savory gravy you can add dried thyme, dried sage, onion powder, or garlic powder to the gravy.
• Make sure to taste the gravy before salting. Some gluten-free broths or bouillons are saltier than others.
• You can easily make this gravy dairy-free by using your favorite dairy-free butter.

Easy Gluten-Free Gravy

This gluten-free gravy is perfectly served with any meal. Its savory flavor complements both meat and side dishes. This recipe makes an easy gluten-free turkey gravy for your Gluten-Free Thanksgiving meal!

Of course, you don’t have to wait for Thanksgiving or the holidays to enjoy gluten-free gravy. This gluten-free gravy recipe is so easy that you can make it for any meal!

More Gluten-Free Dinner Recipes To Try!

• Gluten-Free Southern Fried Chicken {Dairy-Free Option}
• Gluten-Free Meatloaf {Dairy-Free Option}
• Gluten-Free Meatballs {Dairy-Free Option}

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5 from 5 votes

Gluten-Free Gravy

By: Audrey Roberts

Servings: 8 servings

Prep: 2 minutes mins

Cook: 3 minutes mins

This Easy 5-Minute Gluten-Free Gravy Recipe is made with only three simple ingredients. You can use any flavor of gluten-free broth and the recipe does not require any drippings. It's the perfect gluten-free gravy for all of your holiday meals!

Ingredients 

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• ▢ 2 tablespoons butter, Dairy-free use Smart Balance butter
• ▢ 1/4 cup all-purpose gluten-free flour (or 3 tablespoons of cornstarch to make a slurry), See notes on how to make a slurry.
• ▢ 2  cups gluten-free broth, You can make your own broth by using gluten-free bouillon cubes or gluten-free granules bouillons. You can also use turkey drippings (please see notes).
• ▢ salt and pepper to taste
• ▢ 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)

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Instructions 

• Add the butter to a small saucepan over medium heat.
• Once the butter is melted add the gluten-free flour (or cornstarch slurry) to the pan and stir until combined to make a roux. Whisk for 2-3 minutes, until the butter turns golden brown and the gluten-free flour is fully dissolved and clump-free.
• Add the gluten-free broth to the roux (butter mixture), stirring constantly with a whisk, and bringing to a boil.
• Boil for 1 minute and season with salt, pepper, and thyme (optional).
• Serve warm and enjoy!
• Store leftovers in an air-tight container in the refrigerator.
• Reheat leftovers in the microwave or stovetop.

Notes

• You can use gluten-free chicken, beef, or vegetable broth.
• You can make your own broth by using gluten-free bouillon cubes or gluten-free granule bouillon.
• To use turkey drippings: cool to room temperature first. Taste before adding to other ingredients as it may need to be watered down if the flavor is too strong.
• To make a cornstarch slurry: whisk together 2 tablespoons of cold water and 3 tablespoons of cornstarch together until smooth.
• Dairy-free option: use Smart Balance butter or your favorite dairy-free butter.
• Store leftovers in an air-tight container in the refrigerator.
• Reheat leftovers in the microwave or stovetop.
• Mama says, "Check all of your labels!"

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 41kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 0.4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 258mgPotassium: 1mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 213IUCalcium: 3mgIron: 0.1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

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