It’s the annual wintry cooking-skill conundrum-figuring out the best way to thicken your gravy.
Add any pan drippings you have to a small or medium-sized saucepan.
No time to simmer?
Cara Cormack
We certainly don’t want your table full of gravy-loving guests to wait.
How much cornstarch is needed to thicken gravy?
A good rule of thumb is to start with a single tablespoon-you’re able to always add more.
How to Thicken Gravy Without Cornstarch or Flour
Don’t have cornstarch or flour on-hand?
Here are a few pantry items you’re free to use to thicken gravy.
Arrowroot
This powder comes from rhizomes of the Marantaceae family of tubers.
It’s a great natural substitute for those needing a gluten-free gravy thickener.
Tapioca
Tapiocais derived from the cassava root.
Whisk or stir into 1 cup of hot liquid, stirring constantly until the gravy thickens.
Pureed Vegetables
Who knew?
This smart way to thicken gravy allows you to use what’s in your veggie crisper.
Mix 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 2.5 tablespoons of water to create a slurry.
Allow it to sit for about 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
Once your gravy is hot, whisk in the flaxseed mixture and stir until well incorporated.
Ground flaxseed acts as natural thickener while also providing a subtle nutty taste and essential nutrients likeomega-3 fatty acids.
