Made from only 6 easy ingredients, this gluten-free keto gravy is a sugar-free creamy sauce that will pair perfectly with your favorite side dish or on top of your steak at a holiday party. And the best part is that no flour or cornstarch was used to thicken this rich and delicious sauce.
Ready in under 10 minutes, this flavorful gravy has only 1g net carbs per serving and can be paired with many dishes.
So if you are looking for a sauce that fits perfectly with the steak, just like those in restaurants, then you are in the right place. Try this velvety keto gravy with a rich taste that is extremely easy to make and incredibly delicious.
Make this keto gravy if you want to enhance your meal quickly! It’s low in carbohydrates, suitable for keto, and even better than store-bought, heavenly, right?
Is Gravy Keto?
Traditionally gravy isn’t keto-friendly because it’s made with wheat flour or cornstarch and contains a high carb amount which will kick you out of the keto diet.
Why Are You Going To Love This Recipe
- It’s a creamy and rich sauce that pairs perfectly with many dishes.
- It can be made ahead of time.
- Contain only 1g net carbs per serving.
- It doesn’t contain any flour or cornstarch.
Ingredients For This Keto Gravy
You’ll be surprised to discover that you can prepare a delicious creamy keto gravy with just a few simple ingredients that will impress everyone. Here is everything you will need:
- Butter – use unsalted butter since some of the ingredients are quite salty.
- Broth – you can use chicken or vegetable broth; both will work fine.
- Turkey Drippings – you can skip this ingredient or replace it with turkey stock.
- Xanthan Gum – helps the sauce thicken.
- Salt&Pepper – to taste, be careful with the amount of salt that you are using since the broth is also salty.
How To Make This Delicious Keto Gravy
This recipe has another great thing: it’s extremely easy to make. In fact, while you are making the main dish, it takes a couple of minutes to create the perfect sauce that will pair perfectly with it. Here is everything you have to do:
- Put the butter into a medium saucepan over medium heat. When melted, mix the broth and turkey drippings and whisk until smooth.
- Mix in the xanthan gum, onion powder, salt, and pepper, and let it simmer until the sauce is thickened.
- Remove the sauce from the heat and serve it with your favorite meat or vegetables.
Storing Ideas
- Fridge – You can store the leftovers in a sealed container for up to three days.
- Freezer – this homemade keto gravy doesn’t include dairy, so that you can store it in the freezer. Let it cool completely before putting it in a freezer-safe container and storing it in the freezer for up to two months.
Recipe Variations
- Feel free to add your favorite dried herbs like oregano or thyme.
- You can make a white gravy by adding heavy cream to the mixture.
- Make a smoky gravy by adding some smoked paprika or liquid smoke.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is Gravy?
Gravy is a thicker sauce created from the fat and liquids that come out of the meat while cooking; that is delicious and served as a dressing for the meat or vegetables.
What Are Turkey Drippings?
Simply said, drippings are the liquid that collects at the bottom of the pan as the meat cooks. Spoon or pour the liquid into a regular cup and wait for the fats to float to collect the drips. Then, use the liquid once you’ve skimmed the surface.
Can I Make Gravy Without Turkey Drippings?
Sure, if you don’t have turkey drippings, you can replace them with turkey stock, but you will need to know that the flavor won’t be as strong as the one from the turkey drippings.
Can I Make This Recipe Ahead Of Time?
Definitely, you can make this keto gravy ahead of time and store it in a container until you are ready to use it.
Keto Gravy
Description
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp butter unsalted
- 2 cups low sodium chicken broth or beef, vegetable
- 1 cup turkey pan drippings optional
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt to taste
- 1/4 tsp pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum
Instructions
- Melt the butter over medium heat in a saucepan. Once melted, add the broth and turkey pan drippings, then mix until well combined.
- Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat, then mix in the xanthan gum, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Let it simmer for about 5 minutes or until the sauce is thickened.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat, and serve it with your favorite main or side dish.
How do we calculate the nutrition info?
These nutrition facts listed are determined using nutrition information from the USDA Food Database. Our nutrition facts are accurate, but if you are using different products, please make your calculations. Net carb count is calculated by subtracting both fiber and sugar alcohols because they don’t raise blood sugar.
1 comment
So good! The family loved it. Will definitely make again!