Onion Gravy

Easy Onion Gravy recipe uses simple ingredients most of you will have in your stores at home. Saute the onions until they are wonderfully sweet and caramelized, thicken with flour and then add a rich beef broth, before simmering gently on the stove to thicken.

Course Sauce

Cuisine American

Keyword best onion gravy, easy onion gravy, rich onion gravy

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 45

Total Time 55

Servings

Calories 120kcal

Author Tanya

Ingredients

6 Tablespoons unsalted butter
2 large yellow onions thinly sliced
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground thyme
6 Tablespoons all purpose flour
4 cups beef broth
salt & black pepper to taste

Instructions

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions and sugar and cook for about 25-30 minutes, until they are soft and caramelized, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, and ground thyme.
Sprinkle the flour over the onions, stirring constantly to avoid lumps, and cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste. Your onions will look gummy at this stage.
Gradually add the beef broth, stirring continuously to prevent lumps from forming. Let it simmer for 15-20 minutes or until it reaches your preferred consistency. Stir occasionally during this time.
Season the gravy with salt and black pepper to your taste.

Notes

The consistency of the gravy can be easily adjusted even after it has finished cooking. If you find that your gravy is too thick, you can gradually add more beef broth until you reach your desired consistency. Conversely, if the gravy is too thin, allow it to simmer for a longer period, which will help it reduce and thicken.
This rich and flavorful onion gravy pairs wonderfully with a variety of dishes such as mashed potatoes and roast meats.

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