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This vegan mushroom gravy is easy to make on the stovetop in minutes. Enjoy it as part of your Thanksgiving, Christmas or other holiday meal. It’s amazing served over healthy mashed potatoes! This recipe is oil-free, gluten-free and sugar-free.

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This vegan mushroom gravy can be used anywhere you’d use regular gravy so try it with veggie meatloaf, in a sandwich or over roasted veggies.

This recipe is oil-free, sugar-free, plant-based, low in fat and can be made gluten-free if you use brown rice flour and gluten-free tamari.

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Mushroom Gravy Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make this easy mushroom gravy:

  1. Onion.
  2. Mushrooms. You can use white button mushrooms or crimini mushrooms in this recipe. For a darker, more traditional looking gravy, use crimini mushrooms. Both taste great though!
  3. Brown rice flour. I used brown rice flour to keep the recipe gluten-free but you can also use all-purpose or whole wheat flour.
  4. Tamari or soy sauce. You can use these two ingredients interchangeably. Use gluten-free tamari for gluten-free gravy or soy sauce if that’s what you have on hand.
  5. Seasoning. You’ll need salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, dried thyme and dried sage. I think these make the perfect seasoning combo but if you’re missing one, the gravy will still taste good!
  6. Nutritional yeast. Just a smidge of nutritional yeast adds some saltiness and depth of flavour to the gravy.
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How to Make Vegan Mushroom Gravy

There’s really not much to it! Add everything to a saucepan and heat until thickened. Here are a couple considerations while you’re making your gravy though:

  • Thickness. Start with 1 cup of broth. Heat and stir, as it starts to thicken, you can slowly add more until you reach your desired thickness. I would recommend using 1.5 cups. Keep in mind it will continue to thicken as it cools and you can always thin it out later.
  • Consistency. I like to blend this gravy to it’s nice and smooth but if you like gravy with some texture, feel free to leave it unblended or just blend a portion of it.
  • Prep. Before you start, chop the onions and mushrooms and get the seasonings ready. From there, it’s as easy as heating it all up in a saucepan.
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More Thanksgiving Recipes

Looking for more recipes for your holiday spread? Check these out too:

  • Easy Cranberry Sauce
  • Maple Dijon Brussel Sprouts
  • Stuffed Acorn Squash
  • Healthy Sautéed Green Beans
  • Chickpea Meatloaf
  • Rosemary Lemon Roasted Potatoes

Try the gravy served over these healthy vegan mashed potatoes, mashed cauliflower with mushroom and kale or lentil shepherd’s pie.

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Vegan Mushroom Gravy

★★★★★4.8 from 6 reviews

  • Author: Deryn Macey
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stovetop, Food Processor
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Try this delicious and healthy option to mashed potatoes and gravy at your next holiday meal. A whole bulb of roasted garlic gives the mashed cauliflower amazing garlic flavour. The mushroom gravy is low in fat, tastes great and goes with all your holiday favourites.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 a white onion
  • 10 small white or crimini mushrooms, thinly sliced (for darker gravy, use crimini mushrooms)
  • 5 tbsp brown rice flour
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce or gluten-free tamari
  • 1 tsp each onion powder, garlic powder, dried thyme and dried sage
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 12 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt, or more to taste

Instructions

  1. Add the onion and mushrooms to a sauce pan with 1-2 tbsp of the vegetable broth and cook over medium heat until softened and lightly browned, about 8-9 minutes. If the pan starts to dry out, add a little more broth 1-2 tbsp at a time, deglazing and scrapping the bottom of the as you go.
  2. Add the rest of the ingredients, starting with 1 cup of broth. Stir over medium heat until thick and creamy, slowly adding more broth until you reach your desired consistency.
  3. Season with additional salt and pepper, if desired. Serve as is or blend for smooth gravy.

Notes

The gravy recipe makes about 1 quart which is quite a bit. If you’re only serving a few people, you might want to cut it in half. The gravy can be made in advance and re-heated in the microwave or stovetop. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge in an air-tight container for up to 4 days.

Keywords: vegan gravy, mushroom gravy recipe

This recipe was originally published November 19, 2017. It was updated November 2019 with new photos and text.

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posted by Deryn Macey on November 22, 2019

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  1. Susan March 3, 2021 @ 6:58 pm Reply

    We made this gravy for dinner and it was a hit! Personally, while I liked it, I thought the nutritional yeast flavor was overwhelming. I wound up blending the gravy to hide the mushrooms for the picky eaters in the house, and had to add a bit more broth to get to the right consistency.

    I will definitely make this again, but I think I’ll try cutting back on the nutritional yeast next time. Thanks for sharing!

  2. Lindsey December 21, 2020 @ 10:18 pm Reply

    Made this for thanksgiving and it was so good all of the carnivores asked me to make it again for Christmas! Thanks for all the awesome and reliable vegan recipes!

    • Deryn Macey December 22, 2020 @ 12:21 pm Reply

      You are so welcome! So glad this was a hit!

  3. Kitty Robinson November 30, 2019 @ 1:06 pm Reply

    I do not like mushrooms- at all! But I loved this gravy! (Disclaimer: I did blend them up so I would have the taste without the texture. Baby steps, right?) Everyone who tried it loved it too and we’re amazed that it was vegan. It was so savory and flavorful!

  4. Kate November 29, 2019 @ 10:58 am Reply

    This is the best gravy I’ve ever had! Seriously! So delicious, so easy! I don’t think it makes a quart though and definitely didn’t take 40 minutes. I wish I had doubled it because I have so much mashed potato left!!!

    Thanks for great recipes!! Between this one and my favorite veggie burger recipe…you are the bomb!

    • Deryn November 29, 2019 @ 3:13 pm Reply

      Thanks so much for the amazing review! I’m so glad you enjoyed it. I don’t know why mine made so much..haha! I’ll have to check the portion again. Thanks for that feedback..super helpful.

  5. Kat November 27, 2019 @ 8:53 am Reply

    I’ve been searching for a solid mushroom gravy recipe for years, and I think I hit the jackpot with this one. It’s extra creamy and seasoned to perfection. I used crimini mushrooms and maybe about a cup and a half of broth and another half cup of water (I didn’t want it to be too salty). I also recommend stirring the flour in the broth before pouring it into the pot, so you don’t get any flour clumps. I can’t wait to drown my tofurkey and potatoes in this delicious gravy!

    • Deryn November 27, 2019 @ 8:56 am Reply

      Oh yes, great tip! I should add that to the recipe. Thanks for that and thank you for the review! Very much appreciated. So glad you enjoyed it.

  6. Kim Payne August 7, 2018 @ 9:07 pm Reply

    Delish.

  7. Jan-Marie November 23, 2017 @ 10:26 pm Reply

    My five-star rating goes to the gravy, only because I didn’t make the cauliflower mash. The gravy is delicious. I haven’t eaten meat in so long, I have no idea what’ “real” gravy tastes like, but this was the bomb! I had seconds on potatoes at (USA) Thanksgiving just so I had a delivery method for the gravy to get into my mouth. It’s just so unmannerly to spoon gravy right into the pie hole! Thank you.

    • Deryn November 24, 2017 @ 6:38 pm Reply

      This is amazing! So happy you enjoyed it. I was putting it on everything after I made it! So tasty!

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FAQs

What is vegan mushroom sauce made of? ›

Vegan Mushroom Sauce (Oilfree Creamy Mushroom Wine Sauce)

Add garlic and onion and cook for a minute. Add the herbs, salt and pepper and mix in. Add non dairy cream of choice and mix in. You can use half water and half non dairy cream for less creeamy mushroom sauce.

What is mushroom gravy made of? ›

Butter and all-purpose flour make a roux that thickens this mushroom gravy. Once the mushrooms, onions and garlic are cooked, melt more butter in the skillet, then sprinkle flour evenly over top. Stir and cook for about one minute to toast the flour and remove its raw taste, before stirring in the stock.

What is mushroom gravy Wiki? ›

Mushroom gravy is a simple sauce that can be composed from stock (beef is typical, but chicken may be used), roux (a mixture of equal parts butter and flour to thicken), and mushroom base. It can also be enhanced with mace, to add a delicate nutmeg flavor.

What are the three vegan sauces? ›

Sauces come in many forms and are made in many ways – gravy, salsa, fruit coulis, pan sauces. All of these fall into the broad category of sauces. There are three sauces we make VERY frequently when catering and running events: Veloute, Bechamel, and Hollandaise.

What is a good substitute for mushroom sauce? ›

MasterClass suggests using Worcestershire sauce, lots of black pepper, and freshly chopped parsley, but feel free to switch it up to match what you're cooking.

What is the best instant gravy for vegans? ›

Marigold's deliciously Instant Gravy Granules are ideal with nut roasts, vegetable bakes or any meat dishes. It is made from natural ingredients, contains no added MSG and is suitable for vegans.

What makes gravy not vegan? ›

Gravy usually contains a bunch of meat juices and butter, so is basically a vegan's worst nightmare. UNTIL NOW! Here's how to get a gorgeous VEGAN gravy without any weird or specialist ingredients.

Why is Worcestershire sauce not vegan? ›

Worcestershire sauce is something that is very handy to have on hand. Not only does it come up as an ingredient in many recipes, but it's also just really tasty to add to your meals. The only issue is that regular Worcestershire sauce contains anchovies or fish sauce, so it's not vegan.

How to thicken mushroom sauce? ›

If you'd prefer the mushroom sauce to be a little thicker, then the best way to thicken it is to add a slurry of cornstarch and water to the sauce and stir. I typically mix equal parts cornstarch to water, so about two tablespoons of each will do.

What thickens gravy? ›

If your gravy is on the skimpy side, you can thicken it quickly with flour or cornstarch. But don't add your thickener directly to the gravy, which will create lumps. Instead, try stirring in three or four tablespoons of flour or cornstarch into a small amount of cold water until you have a smooth paste.

What does the 🍄 mean? ›

The 🍄 emoji is a depiction of a fly agaric, which are poisonous and inedible (without parboiling), after all. If someone is warning that something's toxic or not safe to eat, they might throw in a 🍄 emoji for good measure.

What is KFC gravy made of? ›

What is the gravy at KFC made of? The restaurant uses a simple combination of gravy powder, water, and – their secret ingredient – chicken crackling. This is a collection of the browned bits and pieces leftover from frying their world famous chicken.

Where did mushroom gravy originate? ›

Mushroom sauce can be made with any type of mushroom, but it is most commonly made with white button mushrooms or cremini mushrooms. There is little information as to the origin of mushroom sauce. However, the first mention of a mushroom sauce was in an 1864 cookbook under the name of "brown gravy".

What is mushroom sauce made of? ›

It is made with mushrooms, butter, cream or olive oil, white wine (some variations may use a mellow red wine) and pepper with a wide variety of variations possible with additional ingredients such as shallot, garlic, lemon juice, flour (to thicken the sauce), chicken stock, saffron, basil, parsley, or other herbs.

What is a vegan mushroom? ›

Yes, mushrooms are completely vegan friendly. Even though they're part of the Fungi family and not classified as vegetables, they're entirely plant-based and considered vegan-friendly. Mushrooms can have a 'meaty' texture and are often used as a substitute in recipes because of this quality.

Is Olive Garden creamy mushroom sauce vegan? ›

While Olive Garden's Creamy Mushroom Sauce traditionally contains dairy products like heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, it may be possible to create a dairy-free version using alternative ingredients such as non-dairy cream and nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.

Is Prego Fresh mushroom sauce vegan? ›

Are any Prego® sauces vegetarian or vegan? Yes!

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