Dairy Free Herb Chicken Gravy
Rich, savory gravy is one of those things that feels impossible to pull off without butter or cream — but this version proves otherwise. Coconut oil forms the silky base, while garlic, fresh ginger, and turmeric build a deeply aromatic foundation that goes way beyond your average pan drip. Chicken bone broth gives it real body and depth, and a splash of coconut aminos adds just enough umami to round everything out. Instead of a flour-and-butter roux, arrowroot starch whisked into cold water does the thickening work beautifully, producing a glossy, smooth pour that clings to everything it touches. Fresh thyme and rosemary steep right into the broth, then get strained out so you're left with all that herby flavor and none of the texture. A little apple cider vinegar at the end brightens the whole thing and keeps it from tasting flat. Finish it with a scatter of fresh parsley and serve it immediately — this one is worth pouring over everything on the plate.
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4 servings
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp fresh ginger, grated
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- 2 cups chicken bone broth
- 1 tsp coconut aminos
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 3 tbsp arrowroot starch
- 3 tbsp cold water
- salt, to taste
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Melt the coconut oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat until shimmering. Add the garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant and just softened, about 1 minute — watch closely so it does not brown.
- 2
Stir in the grated ginger and turmeric and cook for 30 seconds, until the spices are fragrant and evenly coated in the oil.
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