Sesame Free Herb Chicken Gravy
Rich, savory gravy can feel like a minefield when you're avoiding sesame — between soy-based sauces, bottled gravies, and pre-made broths that sneak in unexpected ingredients, it's hard to know what's actually safe. This version keeps things clean and completely transparent, building deep flavor from scratch with garlic, ginger, turmeric, fresh thyme, and rosemary. Coconut aminos stand in for traditional soy sauce, delivering that umami depth without any sesame or wheat concerns. Arrowroot starch does the thickening work here, creating a glossy, silky texture that rivals any flour-based gravy you've ever had — just be sure to pull it off the heat as soon as it coats the spoon, since arrowroot can thin back out if it lingers too long. The apple cider vinegar adds a subtle brightness that keeps the whole thing from feeling heavy, and straining out the herb solids at the end gives you a beautifully smooth pour. Finish it with a little fresh parsley and it looks as good as it tastes.
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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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