Description
This Savory Pan Gravy recipe transforms pan juices into a rich, deeply flavorful sauce. It is an easy, hearty addition that elevates simple dishes and makes family meals feel special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 0.25 cup pan drippings, from roasted meat
- 2–3 Tbsp fat (butter or neutral oil), to supplement drippings if needed
- 2–3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups broth or stock (chicken, beef, or vegetable), warm
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Separate Drippings: Pour pan drippings into a heatproof bowl. Skim excess fat, leaving 2-3 tablespoons; add butter or oil if needed to reach 2-3 tablespoons total fat.
- Make Roux: Return the fat and drippings to a 10-inch skillet over medium-low heat. Sprinkle in 2-3 tablespoons of flour. Whisk for 1-2 minutes until smooth and golden brown, cooking out the raw flour taste. If dry, add 1 tablespoon more fat.
- Deglaze and Add Liquid: Slowly whisk in 2 cups of warm broth or stock. Scrape up any browned bits from the pan to incorporate their flavor. The liquid will bubble gently.
- Simmer and Thicken: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, whisking occasionally. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the gravy thickens and coats the back of a spoon, appearing glossy.
- Season and Strain: Taste the gravy and adjust salt and pepper as needed. For a silky-smooth gravy, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve into a serving vessel before serving.
Notes
For gluten-free gravy, use an equal amount of gluten-free flour or a cornstarch slurry (1 Tbsp cornstarch + 2 Tbsp cold water). If gravy is too thick, whisk in more warm broth; if too thin, use a cornstarch slurry (1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tsp cold water). Lumps can be removed by vigorous whisking or straining. Use low-sodium broth to control salt. Fresh herbs like thyme or sage and high-quality broth enhance flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 0.25 cup (60 ml)
- Calories: 110 calories
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Keywords: savory gravy, pan drippings, easy sauce, holiday, comfort food, weeknight, gluten-free option, family-friendly