Simple Au Jus Gravy
Elevate your next roast beef dinner with this Simple Au Jus Gravy, a savory and velvety complement that’s made in just 15 minutes! This robust gravy uses beef drippings for an authentic depth of flavor, enhanced with Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder for a rich, aromatic finish. Perfectly seasoned with a balance of salt and black pepper, this easy recipe is simmered to perfection, creating a silky, lump-free sauce that pairs beautifully with prime rib, roasted meats, or decadent French dip sandwiches. With minimal prep and pantry-friendly ingredients, this quick au jus is your go-to for restaurant-quality flavor right at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Beef drippings (fat and juices from cooked roast)
- 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.25 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Place a saucepan over medium heat and add the beef drippings. If you don’t have enough drippings, supplement with 2 tablespoons of butter.
Whisk in the all-purpose flour, stirring constantly to form a smooth roux. Let it cook for 1-2 minutes until the flour is lightly golden and fragrant.
Gradually pour in the beef broth while whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Add Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir to combine and let the gravy simmer for 5-7 minutes or until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Taste the Au Jus and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Remove from heat and strain the gravy through a fine-mesh sieve if you prefer a smoother texture.
Serve warm alongside your favorite roast beef, prime rib, or French dip sandwich.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
310 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.3 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 70 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 2377 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 287 mg | 6% | |
*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.
