Perfect Easy Turkey Gravy Recipe
This Perfect Easy Turkey Gravy recipe delivers a rich, flavorful gravy made from turkey pan drippings or stock, enhanced with a smooth roux base incorporating butter, flour, and coarse black pepper. It’s simple to prepare on the stovetop and serves as an ideal companion to roasted turkey or chicken, ensuring a luscious addition to your holiday or everyday meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 4 cups of gravy 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Gravy Ingredients
- ½ cup butter, cut into 8 pieces
- 1 tsp coarse black pepper
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups pan drippings OR 4 cups turkey or chicken stock
- 1–2 tsp Better than Bouillon (optional, if using only stock without pan drippings)
Instructions
- Prepare the drippings: Pour the hot drippings from your roasted turkey or chicken through a fine mesh strainer into a measuring cup to remove any solids before using.
- Separate the fat: Allow the strained drippings to cool for a few minutes so the fat rises to the top and begins to solidify, making it easier to remove.
- Remove the fat: Skim the solidified fat from the surface with a spoon, leaving mostly liquid beneath for the gravy base.
- Measure the liquid: If you do not have a full 4 cups of drippings, top off with turkey or chicken stock to reach 4 cups total liquid. Alternatively, use 4 cups of stock directly if no drippings are available.
- Make the roux: In a large saucepan, melt the ½ cup of butter over medium-low heat. Stir in 1 teaspoon of coarse black pepper. Gradually whisk in ½ cup of all-purpose flour continuously for 1 to 2 minutes, forming a smooth paste called roux. Be careful not to let it brown; this cooks out the raw flour taste.
- Build the gravy: Slowly pour the prepared drippings or stock into the roux a little at a time while whisking constantly to avoid lumps forming.
- Thicken the gravy: Once all the liquid has been incorporated, increase the heat to medium and keep whisking as the gravy thickens over 3 to 5 minutes until smooth and velvety.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste the gravy and add salt or additional pepper as needed for your preferred flavor balance.
- Serve or keep warm: Serve the gravy immediately along with your turkey or keep it warm over very low heat, whisking occasionally to prevent skin from forming on top.
Notes
- If you only have stock and no pan drippings, add 1 to 2 teaspoons of Better than Bouillon to enhance the flavor.
- Whisking constantly while adding liquid prevents lumps and ensures a smooth gravy.
- Do not let the roux brown to maintain a mild, classic gravy flavor.
- The gravy can be kept warm for up to 30 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend that behaves like a roux.
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