I really wanted to wait until I had better photos to share with you, but this vegan gravy recipe? It can’t wait. It’s so good. I have to share it NOW.

Indian-Spiced Vegan Brown Gravy recipe - Meatless gravy that's full of flavor! Sauteed onions, garlic, and ginger join up with a jolt of Garam Masala spices for a thick, rich gravy worthy of the holidays.

I’ve had a go-to gravy recipe for awhile now, and yeah – I totally love it. I know gravy has a reputation of being finicky and difficult, but when you eliminate the drippings and the guesswork, it’s really just about the easiest thing to make, ever.

But instead of sticking with the status quo, I felt like it was time to branch out. I wanted a thoroughly interesting, full-of-flavor, vegan gravy option that made the carnivores’ jaws drop too.

The secret, my friends?

Indian-Spiced Vegan Brown Gravy recipe - Meatless gravy that's full of flavor! Sauteed onions, garlic, and ginger join up with a jolt of Garam Masala spices for a thick, rich gravy worthy of the holidays.

It’s in that little jar photographed above. Garam Masala spice blend, the one and only Indian seasoning blend with cinnamon, cumin, coriander, cardamom, peppercorns, cloves … all of these amazing flavors that complement the traditional Thanksgiving table something fierce.

Indian-Spiced Vegan Brown Gravy is thick, rich, warmly spiced, and perfect over a batch of Turmeric Mashed Potatoes (recipe coming soon)! Though I love it equally over traditional mashed potatoes.

Indian-Spiced Vegan Brown Gravy recipe - Meatless gravy that's full of flavor! Sauteed onions, garlic, and ginger join up with a jolt of Garam Masala spices for a thick, rich gravy worthy of the holidays.

Vegan gravy for the win! Keep away, carnivores. This gravy boat is ALL MINE.

Indian-Spiced Vegan Brown Gravy recipe
3.50 from 2 votes

Vegan Garam Masala Brown Gravy

Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 13 minutes
Total: 18 minutes
Author: Kare
Meatless gravy that's full of flavor! Sauteed onions, garlic, and ginger join up with a jolt of Garam Masala spices for a thick, rich gravy that's worthy of any holiday table.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup olive oil*
  • 1/2 cup finely diced onion
  • 1 pinky-sized piece fresh ginger (minced (about 2 teaspoons, minced))
  • 1 large clove garlic (minced (about 1 1/2 teaspoons, minced))
  • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala spice mix
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt + more to taste
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth

Instructions

  • Place a medium saucepan over medium heat. When hot, add olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the onion. Saute until just beginning to get translucent but not browned, 4-5 minutes.
  • Add ginger, garlic, garam masala, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
  • Add the flour. Cook, stirring frequently, for 3 minutes.
  • Slowly pour in the vegetable broth, stirring constantly while pouring. Bring to a boil. Cook, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Taste and add additional salt if desired. Serve. Can also be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. To reheat, place in saucepan over low heat and cover. Stir occasionally until warm and serve.

Notes

*I recommend a more neutral-tasting olive oil (stay away from extra virgin for this recipe)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1/10 of recipe (about 1/4 cup per serving), Calories: 63kcal, Carbohydrates: 3g, Fat: 6g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 240mg, Sugar: 1g
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