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    Easy Gravy (Paleo, Keto, Whole30)

    October 25, 2018 Updated: November 10, 2021 by Lisa Wells / 7 Comments

    Easy healthy keto gravy

    This easy healthy gravy recipe delivers that traditional gravy flavor without gluten, grains, or flour of any kind—and it's keto, low carb, gluten-free, paleo, and Whole30 compliant!

    Easy Turkey Gravy (Keto, Paleo, Whole30)

    Over the years, I have tried many, many different Thanksgiving gravy recipes. I think this easy turkey gravy recipe is the best one. It's quick to put together, and it uses a combination of pureed vegetables, pan drippings, and fresh herbs to get that traditional Thanksgiving gravy flavor.

    Flourless paleo gravy

    The secret ingredient in this gravy is cauliflower. The cauliflower stands in for the flour that is used in a traditional roux based turkey gravy and makes the gravy thick and creamy.

    And you can make this easy paleo gravy while the turkey is resting, just like you would with a traditional gravy. Or make it ahead and add the pan drippings when you reheat the gravy.

    Because this gravy is made with nothing but pan drippings, stock and vegetables as the thickener it's keto, low carb, and Whole30. And without the traditional gravy ingredients, it's gluten-free, grain-free and dairy-free so most everyone at your Thanksgiving table can enjoy it. (You can even make a vegan version by swapping out the pan drippings for olive oil and using vegetable stock.)

    Easy Paleo Gravy

    Here's what you'll need

    • turkey pan drippings, ghee, or grass-fed butter
    • onions
    • cauliflower
    • chicken stock, turkey stock or bone broth
    • herbs
    • sea salt and black pepper

    How to make it

    Sautee the onions in a medium saucepan until they start to brown. Stir in the cauliflower and herbs. Add the turkey drippings and stock, and simmer until the cauliflower is tender.

    Carefully pour the mixture into a high power blender and blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.

    Return the gravy to pan to reheat. Whisk in more turkey or chicken broth to thin the gravy, if needed. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

    Variations on keto gravy

    This low carb gravy recipe makes a great base for different gravy variations. Try it with these simple additions:

    • brown and crumble breakfast sausage for a sausage gravy. Use the fat from cooking the sausage as the pan drippings and stir the cooked sausage into the gravy after you puree it
    • sautee thinly sliced mushrooms and stir them into the gravy after blending for a mushroom gravy
    • add a splash of cognac for extra richness

    This easy paleo gravy is perfect over my favorite mashed potato swap for the holidays---roasted garlic cauliflower celery root mash. Try this gravy over roast turkey and stuffing and you'll never miss the flour! This post contains some affiliate links, you can read my full disclosure here.

    Easy Paleo Gravy Recipe

    An easy flourless gravy that delivers that traditional gravy flavor. It's thickened with pureed cauliflower but you can't taste it!
    4.56 from 9 votes
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    Prep Time: 5 mins
    Cook Time: 15 mins
    Total Time: 20 mins
    Servings: 8 servings (about 2 cups)
    Course: Sauce
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Keto, Low Carb, Paleo, Whole30
    Author: Lisa Wells

    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoons turkey fat from pan drippings or ghee
    • ½ cup chopped onions
    • 2 cups chopped cauliflower
    • pan drippings
    • 1-2 cups chicken or turkey stock
    • several sprigs fresh thyme or other herbs
    • sea salt and fresh ground pepper to taste

    Instructions

    • Heat fat over medium heat in sauce pan. Add onions and cook until onions start to brown. Stir in cauliflower and thyme sprigs.
    • Measure pan drippings and add enough stock to equal 2 cups of liquid. Add pan drippings/stock mixture to pan with vegetables. Simmer until cauliflower is fork tender, about 10 minutes. Remove herb stems.
    • Carefully transfer mixture to Vitamix. Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
    • Return gravy to pan to reheat. Add more stock to thin to desired consistency, if needed. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

    Notes

    high speed blender
    glass gravy separator
    gravy boat

    Nutrition

    Serving: 0.25cup Calories: 50kcal Carbohydrates: 3g Protein: 1g Fat: 3g Saturated Fat: 1g Cholesterol: 4mg Sodium: 50mg Potassium: 125mg Fiber: 0g Sugar: 1g Vitamin C: 13.6mg Calcium: 8mg Iron: 0.2mg
    Keyword: Quick and Easy, Thanksgiving
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    Comments

    1. Jane Lewis

      November 18, 2014 at 1:43 pm

      To add another bit of flavour and some colour, add some of the water that the brussel sprouts are cooked in and maybe about 1/2 cup of peeled squash roasted in butter until browned ... everybody raves about it at my table ... 😀

      Reply
    2. Paleo-Schmaleo

      November 25, 2014 at 7:57 pm

      I'm not sure, but I doubt there was any caveman who owned a Vitamix. LOL That being said, this recipe does sound great!

      Reply
    3. madison

      January 29, 2018 at 11:29 am

      5 stars
      Looking for best gravy to smother over meat, veggies etc.? So, this it! I cant wait to prepare this!

      Reply
    4. Marcy Smith

      November 20, 2018 at 8:37 am

      Can I make the gravy ahead and freeze it? It looks great!

      Reply
    5. Barbara O'Keefe

      December 09, 2019 at 6:23 pm

      5 stars
      AWESOME! Even my husband asked if It was OK to have on our Low Carb Diet because it taste too good! Thanks for the recipe. I used my immersion blender and it worked fine.test

      Reply
    6. Sarah

      December 25, 2022 at 5:22 pm

      How much pan drippings should be used? I don’t see any quantity in the recipe or notes

      Reply
      • Lisa Wells

        January 02, 2023 at 3:26 pm

        Hi Sarah, this recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of turkey fat from the pan drippings.

        Reply

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