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gluten free gravy
Isla Marie

Gluten Free Gravy

This gluten free gravy is smooth, rich, and perfect for mashed potatoes, turkey, chicken, beef, or holiday meals. Made with gluten free broth and cornstarch (or a gluten free flour blend), this gravy thickens beautifully without any wheat flour. A quick and reliable recipe ready in just 10 minutes.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Sauce, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 45
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups gluten free chicken turkey, beef, or vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch or 3 tablespoons gluten free flour blend
  • 2 tablespoons butter or meat drippings
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Optional Flavor Boosters
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning for turkey gravy
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme or rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon gluten free Worcestershire sauce
  • A splash of heavy cream for richness

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Small bowl (for slurry)

Method
 

  1. Heat the Broth:
  2. Warm the gluten free broth in a saucepan over medium heat. Add drippings if using.
  3. Make the Slurry:
  4. In a bowl, whisk cornstarch with 3–4 tablespoons cold water until completely smooth.
  5. Add the Slurry:
  6. Slowly pour the slurry into the warm broth while whisking constantly.
  7. Add Butter and Seasoning:
  8. Add butter, salt, pepper, and any optional herbs or spices.
  9. Simmer Until Thickened:
  10. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the gravy becomes thick and silky. Adjust thickness as needed.
  11. Serve:
  12. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve warm over mashed potatoes, poultry, beef, or vegetables.

Notes

Always use cold water for making cornstarch slurry — it prevents lumps.
Cornstarch gravy thickens quickly; avoid overheating once it thickens.
Gluten free flour makes a slightly cloudier gravy than cornstarch.
Add herbs like thyme or rosemary for a Thanksgiving-style flavor.
For dairy-free gravy, use oil or dairy-free butter instead of butter.
Gravy thickens as it cools; whisk in extra broth when reheating.
Cornstarch gravy isn’t ideal for freezing — use GF flour if planning to freeze.