Microwave Roux
Elevate your cooking game with this quick and foolproof Microwave Roux recipe, a game-changer for whipping up classic sauces, stews, and gumbos in a fraction of the time! Combining just two simple ingredients—rich unsalted butter and all-purpose flour—this microwave method delivers the same nutty aroma and deep flavor you’d expect from traditional stovetop roux, but with minimal effort and mess. Ready in as little as 5 minutes, you can easily customize the color of your roux, from light and golden to a dark, toasty brown, depending on your culinary needs. Perfect for busy weeknights, this versatile base can be made ahead and stored for later use, making it a must-have shortcut for home cooks looking to save time without sacrificing flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
Instructions
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 0.5 cup of all-purpose flour and 0.5 cup of unsalted butter.
Microwave the mixture on high for 30 seconds, then remove and stir well to combine.
Continue microwaving in 30-second increments, stirring thoroughly after each session, until the roux reaches your desired color—light golden for a blonde roux or a deeper brown for a dark roux (this typically takes around 4-5 minutes total).
Be careful not to overcook as the roux can burn quickly. Check for a nutty aroma as it develops color.
Once the roux is ready, allow it to cool slightly before using in your recipe. Store any unused roux in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
626 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.6 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.1 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 9 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 20 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 76 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
