This easy vegan mushroom gravy comes together in about 20 minutes with mushrooms, garlic, thyme, and a simple starch slurry. It’s oil free, gluten free, and perfect for make ahead holiday prep. Serve with mashed potatoes, lentil loaves, meatless meatballs, and all your comfort classics.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time10 minutesmins
Total Time20 minutesmins
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: American
Special diet: gluten-free, nut-free, oil-free, soy-free, vegan
In a small pot, saute the mushrooms for several minutes, stirring frequently, until they are reduced in volume and all the excess water is evaporated. If the mushrooms stick, add a splash of water to the pan.
8 ounces cremini mushrooms
Meanwhile, add the tapioca flour to the cup of water and stir well. Set aside.
1 cup water, 2 Tablespoons tapioca flour
Add the garlic to the mushrooms and saute for 30 seconds.
2 cloves garlic
Add the thyme, salt, and pepper to taste.
1 teaspoon dried thyme, salt and pepper
Give the tapioca flour/water mixture a stir and slowly add it to the mushrooms. Stir until the gravy has thickened. If you prefer a thinner gravy, add a little more water and stir.
Notes
This gravy can be made in advance and reheated. It will last up to 3 days refrigerated in an airtight container.
To freeze the gravy, first let it cool to room temperature. Place it in a glass container leaving a little space at the top. Then place the lid on top and put it in the freezer.
Let the frozen gravy thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Then reheat it in a saucepan on the stove or in the microwave.