Cinnamon Free Caramelized Onion Gravy
Rich, slow-cooked onions are the backbone of a truly great gravy, and this version delivers that deep, jammy sweetness without a single warming spice that could sneak cinnamon into the mix. Turmeric and ginger do the heavy lifting here, adding earthiness and gentle heat that complement the caramelized onions beautifully. Coconut aminos bring a savory, umami depth in place of traditional soy sauce, while apple cider vinegar brightens everything up right at the end. The arrowroot slurry thickens the gravy to that perfect, glossy, spoon-coating consistency without any flour or cornstarch. Many store-bought gravies and seasoning blends hide cinnamon in their spice mixes, so making this from scratch means you know exactly what's in the pan. It's the kind of sauce that makes you want to pour it over everything — roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, a thick slice of meatloaf — and feel genuinely proud of what you made.
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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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