VEGAN MUSHROOM GRAVY
Vegan Mushroom Gravy – With only 5 ingredients, not including salt & pepper, this easy mushroom gravy recipe is rich and creamy. It’s dairy free, can be gluten free, and pretty much the best mushroom gravy ever!
For the love of mushrooms, this easy vegan mushroom gravy made from scratch is AMAZING, and a perfect match for these pillowy soft Mashed Potatoes you have hopefully whipped up and still have leftovers. :) Together it’s comfort food at its finest!
So without further ado, let’s get to it!
Vegan Mushroom Gravy Ingredients
- Mushrooms: Use 1 lb. white or baby bellas. Purchasing them pre-sliced will save you some time!
- Olive oil, or your favorite neutral flavored oil, you can use non-dairy butter or margarine.
- Flour, use any light flour or gluten free blend.
- Mushroom or vegetable broth, be sure to purchase a quality brand with good flavor. I used mushroom broth here which made the broth a deep brown, if using vegetable broth your results may be lighter.
- Thyme, this is optional but will add another layer of flavor.
- Salt & freshly ground pepper will finish it off!
With so few ingredients, be sure to use the highest quality ingredients you can!
How To Make Mushroom Gravy
Put the pan on the stove, add some oil and turn the heat to medium.
Add the mushrooms, saute for about about 15 minutes, until most of the mushroom juices have been evaporated (photo above is what they’ll look like).
Add the flour and cook another few minutes until flour is absorbed.
As shown above, flour is completely absorbed (not super appetizing looking but hang in there we’re not done yet!). Add 1 cup broth and stir continuously until thickened and no flour lumps are visible, about 5 minutes.
Slowly add the remaining liquids and continue to cook over medium-low at a gentle simmer, stirring frequently, until gravy thickens, about 15 – 20 minutes. Gravy will thicken upon standing.
And there you have it, the best vegan mushroom gravy made 100% from scratch with love.
Can I freeze mushroom gravy?
You sure can! Let the gravy cool and store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months. Let thaw in the refrigerator and reheat in a saucepan, whisking to recombine.
What to do with mushroom gravy?
Pair this mushroom gravy with mashed potatoes, rice, lentil loaves, roasted red potatoes and vegan biscuits. It’s a perfect gravy for all types of meals, from casual to festive holiday get togethers. For variation, try this delicious Country Gravy!
If you try this vegan mushroom gravy recipe, please let me know! Leave a comment and rate it below. I love to hear what you think, or any changes you make.
PrintVEGAN MUSHROOM GRAVY
Creamy and rich in flavor, this easy vegan mushroom gravy is made with minimal ingredients and pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes, biscuits and lentil loaves. Recipe adapted from Chef John’s.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 45 min
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Makes 4 cups 1x
- Category: Side
- Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil or non-dairy butter
- 1 (16 ounce) package sliced mushrooms (white or baby bellas)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, or as needed
- 1 quart (4 cups) mushroom or vegetable broth
- mineral salt & fresh ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, or to taste (optional)
Instructions
Heat oil over medium heat, add mushrooms and season with a pinch of salt. Simmer mushrooms, stirring occasionally, until liquid is almost evaporated, about 15 minutes.
Add flour, continue cooking and stirring for about 3 – 5 minutes, at least until the flour has been absorbed and not white anymore. Add 1 cup of broth, stirring/whisking briskly until incorporated and liquid has thickened, there should be no flour lumps, about 5 minutes.
Slowly pour in the remaining broth and mix thoroughly. Season with black pepper and thyme. Simmer at a gentle boil over medium-low until thickened, about 20 minutes, stirring often. Gravy will thicken upon standing. Taste for flavor, adding more salt and pepper as needed.
Makes about 4 cups.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 – 6 days. To freeze, let the gravy cool and store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months. Let thaw in the refrigerator and reheat in a saucepan, whisking to recombine.
NOTES:
If you find the gravy isn’t thickening up, mix 1 tablespoon oil with 1 heaping tablespoon flour, mix well until completely blended, add to simmering broth, stirring until dissolved, continue cooking until thickened.
I used mushroom gravy when making this recipe which gave it a rich brown color, if using vegetable broth your gravy may be lighter in color.
Make this gluten free by using gluten free flour.
I was really skeptical about this recipe because it seemed too simple to be flavorful, but I went for it anyway and I’m so glad I did! Since it was only me, I cut the recipe in half and added about a clove of garlic and a little onion to the mushrooms at the beginning (I put garlic and onion in just about everything). Toward the end, I added some meatless meatballs, more onion, and some green bell pepper, and served that on top of rice! OMG, it was so good!
I woke up this morning on thanksgiving and realized I hadn’t made gravy yet. I searched vegan mushroom gravy and made your recipe just now using a roasted vegetable base I had in the fridge to make the broth. The gravy was super easy and is absolutely delicious! Thank you!!
This looks amazing and so easy. I was wondering if you think blending this gravy is an option. Have a family member who doesn’t love the texture of mushrooms. Thanks!
Hi Paco, that’s a great question! Yes, it should be as amazing blended! Enjoy!
This gravy is delicious! I’ve just recently went vegan and this recipe will definitely be a repeat in our house. I love gravy and this one is even better than any non vegan gravy I’ve ever had. Yummmm!
Love the recipe! I had some white wine on hand, used about 1/2 cup and it was delicious.
Hi Deb, sounds delicious! Thanks for the inspiration!
I just made this gravy. it was soooo good!! Great flavor and creaminess.
Hi Taffy, so glad you liked this gravy recipe! Thanks so much for the feedback. Cheers :)
can you use arrowroot as a thickener instead of flour?
Hi Kristi! Yes, you can use arrowroot as a thickener. I’ll have to add it the the list as a substitute. Thanks for the question! If you try the gravy, please share with us how it went or any changes you made. :)
How long does this gravy keep? Also, should I refrigerate it or freeze it?
Hi Diane, you can keep the gravy in the fridge for up to 5 – 6 days, and it freezes well for up to 2 months. I’ve added the how-to’s in the recipe card. Thanks for bringing this question up! Enjoy! :)
Can you make this without the oil? I’m oil free but I want to try? Thoughts?
No, this recipe needs either oil or non-dairy butter or margarine, since it’s made with a roux. I’ll have to put together a recipe that’s oil/butter free, maybe look for a recipe using cornstarch as a thickener and saute the mushrooms in water. Hope that helps, I’ll work on putting together an oil free gravy recipe! :)
This looks A-MA-ZING! I’m pretty sure I need this gravy, with those mashed potatoes, for breakfast. And lunch. And dinner! We’ve just had our first frost and I just want to dive in all things comfort. ESPECIALLY these photos! Thanks for sharing!
Yes, you need this in your life! Speaking of breakfast, lunch and dinner, this has pretty much been mine the last few days. LOL Stay warm and cozy, enjoy the recipe! And thank you so much for the kind words! Cheers :)