Whole30 Classic Turkey Gravy
Elevate your holiday feast with this rich and velvety Whole30 Classic Turkey Gravy, a deliciously clean twist on the traditional favorite. Made with savory turkey drippings, aromatic onions, garlic, and a touch of coconut aminos for depth of flavor, this recipe is wholly compliant with Whole30 guidelines while retaining the hearty essence of classic gravy. Thickened naturally with arrowroot powder, this gluten-free and dairy-free option is perfect for those embracing a health-conscious lifestyle without compromising flavor. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe delivers a sumptuous sauce ideal for drizzling over roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, or any Whole30-approved sides. Savor the balance of fresh thyme, ghee, and perfectly seasoned goodness—your guests won’t believe it’s guilt-free!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups turkey drippings
- 1 cup chicken or turkey stock
- 2 tablespoons ghee
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
- 1.5 tablespoons arrowroot powder
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Collect the turkey drippings from your roasted turkey. Strain them through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any solids and set aside 2 cups of drippings.
Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
In a medium saucepan, melt the ghee over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion to the melted ghee and sauté for about 5-6 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the turkey drippings and chicken or turkey stock, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Stir in the fresh thyme, coconut aminos, salt, and black pepper.
In a small bowl, mix the arrowroot powder with cold water to create a slurry, ensuring there are no lumps.
Slowly whisk the arrowroot slurry into the simmering gravy. Stir constantly until the gravy thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
Taste the gravy and adjust the seasoning as needed. If it needs more salt or pepper, add to taste.
Once the gravy has reached your desired thickness, remove it from heat and strain through a fine-mesh sieve again if you prefer a smoother texture.
Serve the Whole30 Classic Turkey Gravy warm over turkey or your favorite Whole30-approved sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1005 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.1 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.1 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 246 mg | 82% | |
| Sodium | 4684 mg | 204% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.1 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 352 mg | 7% | |
*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.
