Caffeine Free Caramelized Onion Gravy
Rich, deeply savory gravy doesn't have to come from a packet loaded with additives — and this version proves it beautifully. Slowly coaxing yellow onions into jammy, golden ribbons is the real magic here, building a natural sweetness and depth that no shortcut can replicate. Warm spices like turmeric and ginger layer in subtle complexity, while fresh thyme keeps things bright and aromatic. Coconut aminos stand in for soy sauce with a mellow, slightly sweet umami hit, and arrowroot starch thickens everything into a glossy, spoon-coating sauce without any grain-based flour. The apple cider vinegar stirred in at the end lifts all those caramelized flavors and keeps the gravy from feeling heavy. Best of all, every ingredient here is naturally free of stimulants, so you can ladle this over mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a weekend roast without a second thought.
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4 servings
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 cups bone broth
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp arrowroot starch
- 3 tbsp cold water
Instructions
- 1
Melt the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add the sliced onions and salt, spreading them into an even layer.
- 2
Cook the onions, stirring every 3–4 minutes, for 30–35 minutes until deeply golden, jammy, and reduced to about one-quarter of their original volume. Lower the heat to medium-low if they begin to brown too quickly at the edges.
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