Easy 5-Minute Vegan Gravy

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Delicious, quick, and easy vegan gravy that cooks in just 5 minutes!

Easy Vegan Gravy Recipe

Gravy is one of those recipes that seems more complicated than it actually is. There are so many variations! The thickener to liquid ratio, what kind of thickener to use, what and how much seasoning to use, to make a roux or not, etc.

In actuality, gravy is pretty easy to make. This version uses flour as a thickener – but we actually are not making a roux. Because I love to add vegan butter to my mashed potatoes, I prefer to make my gravy without any butter or oil. Don’t worry though, this gravy still turns out creamy and flavorful!

For seasonings, my favorites are: soy sauce for umami, fresh garlic, onion powder, sage, thyme, and vegan bouillon. For a poultry-type flavor, I use these Not-Chick’n bouillon cubes. Another favorite is this Better Than Bouillon base.

The sage and thyme make this a perfect vegan gravy recipe for Thanksgiving, but we enjoy this gravy recipe all year round.

How to Make Vegan Gravy

This method could not be any easier! Simply throw all of the ingredients into a blender, blend until all ingredients are fully incorporated. I prefer to use a blender rather than whisking the flour in to make sure there will be absolutely NO clumps.

Pour the gravy into a medium-sized pot. Bring to a simmer on medium heat for a few minutes, until the gravy is warm and thick. Season with salt and pepper as needed. If you want a richer flavor, add some more soy sauce.

Serve over top your favorite mashed potatoes, stuffing, vegan holiday roast, or all of the above. Or just drink it straight, who’s judging?

Can I Make This Recipe Gluten-Free?

Yes! Simply use a 1-to-1 gluten-free flour blend in place of the flour. Or, use 2 tablespoons of cornstarch.

How Can I Make This Gravy Soy-Free?

You can use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce. Or, simply leave it out and add a little more bouillon for additional flavor.

Can I Double This Recipe?

Feeding a crowd? I definitely recommend doubling or even tripling the recipe if you’re servings more than 4 people. In the recipe card, click on the servings amount and adjust accordingly.

Make-Ahead and Storage Tips

Although this gravy is super quick and easy to make, you can make it ahead of time if needed. Simply store the gravy in the fridge, then heat it back up on the stove or in the microwave.

To store the leftovers, place the gravy in an airtight container in the fridge. It will last about 3 days. You can also freeze the gravy for up to 3 months.

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