Pregnancy Friendly Caramelized Onion Gravy
Rich, slow-cooked onions are the backbone of this deeply savory gravy, and the patience required to get them golden and jammy is absolutely worth every minute of stirring. Bone broth brings a collagen-rich depth that makes this feel genuinely nourishing, which is exactly what you want when you're eating with intention for two. Coconut aminos stand in for soy sauce, keeping the flavor bold and umami-forward without any of the additives or preservatives that can sneak into conventional gravy packets and bottled sauces. The arrowroot slurry thickens everything beautifully into a glossy, spoon-coating consistency — no flour, no cornstarch, just clean ingredients doing their job. Turmeric and ginger add a gentle warmth and a subtle anti-inflammatory boost that pairs naturally with the sweetness of the caramelized onions. A final splash of apple cider vinegar at the end brightens the whole thing and keeps the flavors from feeling heavy. Pour it over roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or anything else on the plate that deserves a little extra love.
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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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