Vegan Homemade Mushroom Gravy

Name: Vegan Homemade Mushroom Gravy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Ingredients: 8 oz mushrooms (Fresh - Button or Cremini - washed & sliced); 2 tbsp vegan butter; 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1/4 tsp basil (dried - sweet basil); 1/4 cup wine (I suggest white (I use Chardonnay)); 1 cup vegetable broth; t tbsp vegetable bouillon; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp Arrowroot (add more if needed); Salt & pepper (to taste)

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Vegan Homemade Mushroom Gravy 🌱 This rich savory gravy made with fresh mushrooms, herbs, veggie broth and a splash of wine is simply divine!

Vegan homemade mushroom gravy in a cast iron pan.

Gravy is one of those under-appreciated heroes in the kitchen. It's more than a condiment but not quite a dish in itself, yet it has saved many a home cook from scrapping an over-cooked meal or a dried-out casserole. A good gravy can add flavor, moisture and texture to everything from mashed potatoes to biscuits.

There are as many varieties of gravy as there are good ideas - Clear gravy, cream gravy, brown, white and red gravy. Spicy gravy. Sweet gravy. Curried gravy. Onion, herb and country gravy. One of my favorite (and easiest) ways to make gravy is with mushrooms, like this simply delicious recipe for vegan homemade mushroom gravy. This is the same recipe I serve at Thanksgiving to accompany my seitan wellington or as the base for a classic vegan green bean casserole

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A dinner plate with an entire vegan Thanksgiving dinner including mashed potatoes and vegan homemade mushroom gravy.

Why you'll love this recipe

It's simple to prepare
You can add or substitute ingredients
So versatile! Use it with lots of savory dishes
Perfect for Thanksgiving and holiday meals
Easy & delicious!

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Ingredients

Mushrooms - white button or cremini mushrooms (whole or pre-sliced)
Vegan butter - your choice ( I like Miyoko's)
Vegetable broth - packaged or homemade
Vegetable bouillon
Dried sweet basil
Wine - (I prefer white but you can use a dry red wine for a deeper richer gravy)
Soy sauce
Arrowroot
Salt & pepper

🥕Variations

There aren't many hard & fast rules when making gravy. This is one of those dishes that you can quite literally wing it with ingredients you have on hand. Don't have broth? No problem - use bouillon and water. I've listed below some substitutions and ideas for other ingredients that will work in a pinch!

Thickeners - Sifted flour, tapioca starch, arrowroot or cornstarch
Fats - Vegan butter, olive oil
Dried herbs - basil, sage, tarragon, thyme, oregano, Spike (my favorite all-purpose seasoning)
Liquid - Vegetable broth, bouillon, water, wine, vegan milk (cream gravy)
Non-alcohol version - Replace wine with veggie broth
Flavor boosters - Soy sauce, liquid aminos, garlic (fresh preferred), onion

Instructions

Clean mushrooms. Cut stems if needed. Slice into thin pieces (approx ⅛")
Heat butter in skillet over med-high heat.
Add mushrooms and garlic. Reduce heat to medium - low. Allow mushrooms to sweat (release juice). Stir - be careful not to let garlic burn.
Add basil. Stir.

Sliced mushrooms sautéeing in a cast iron pan.

Add wine. Stir.
Heat broth and bouillon in microwave. Stir together and add to mushrooms.
Add soy sauce. Stir.
Sprinkle in one tablespoon arrowroot. Whisk continuously until fully combined and gravy thickens. Add more if needed, one teaspoon at a time.
Add salt & pepper to taste. Remove from heat and serve while hot.

Here are the tools you'll need to prepare this recipe:

Equipment

A heavy bottom skillet (I prefer cast iron)
Mushroom brush or soft vegetable brush
Measuring cup
Measuring spoons
Kitchen knife
Cutting board
Wire whisk

Vegan Thanksgiving dinner set on a table. — A traditional vegan Thanksgiving dinner with our 5-Star Mushroom Seitan Wellington, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, simple maple cranberry yams, bread stuffing and vegan homemade mushroom gravy, of course!

You're going to love making your own vegan homemade mushroom gravy from scratch. If you've ever sautéed mushrooms, you know how much flavor they add to other foods. Their earthy umami taste combined with herbs, a few seasonings and a splash of wine creates a beautifully rich and wonderful addition that will enhance your meals. This recipe can be used as a base for mushroom sauces and soups. If you love mushrooms, you might like to check out this delicious wild rice soup with mushrooms by my friend Kathy Carmichael from Kathy's Vegan Kitchen.

🥕FAQ's

What is homemade gravy made with?

Traditionally, many gravies are made from the juices and "cracklings' or caramelized bits remaining in a hot pan after cooking meats. As vegans, we can create our own amazing gravies by capturing the fantastic flavors from foods like seared tofu, caramelized onions, garlic and veggies.

Can I use any variety of mushrooms in this gravy recipe?

I recommend using smaller, tender mushrooms like white button or cremini mushrooms. I find that some larger mushrooms, like shitake or portobellos can be a bit tough and too chewy.

What type of wine should I use to make vegan homemade mushroom gravy?

Personally, I prefer using a white wine like Chardonnay or a sparkling wine like Prosecco. If you want a deeper, richer gravy, you might like to use a red wine. This recipe uses only ¼ cup of wine, so you don't need much. If you already have an open bottle on hand, as long as it's not too sweet, I would suggest using it.

Can this recipe be prepared without wine or alcohol?

Absolutely. Simply substitute the quantity of liquid with additional broth or bouillon.

🥕Enjoy this great gravy on top of any of these delish dishes!

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very vegan 🌱 very good

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