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    Published: Oct 13, 2018 · Modified: Mar 2, 2023 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.

    Vegan Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Gravy

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    This Vegan Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Gravy is sweet, rich, and savory. You're going to want this on your holiday menu! 

    Vegan Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Gravy

    Next to vegan mashed potatoes for Thanksgiving, vegan gravy is probably my second favorite item on the menu. This Vegan Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Gravy is no exception.

    It is sweet and savory with a touch of umami flavor.

    I mixed half the onions and mushrooms in the food processor after cooking them to make a thicker gravy so that there are fewer mushrooms and onions to bite into.

    This Vegan Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Gravy tastes great on my Vegan Mashed Potatoes with Roasted Garlic. Another way that I ate it was as a dip for toast.

    Drizzle it over a veggie burger or eat it with French fries. Vegan gravy is not just for mashed potatoes you know!

    Another recipe to try is my Vegan Gluten Free Stuffing with Mushrooms.

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    🧾 Ingredients

    This is an overview of the ingredients. To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    • Onion: I used a yellow onion. They work best in this recipe.
    • Olive oil: To cook the onions. You could also add in some vegan butter.
    • Balsamic vinegar: Adds sweetness. You could also use brown sugar or white sugar.
    • Mushrooms: I used crimini mushrooms (baby bella mushrooms / baby portobello mushrooms). You could also use button mushrooms or your favorite.
    • Flour: I used gluten-free all-purpose baking flour. Any all-purpose flour would work.
    • Vegetable broth: I used low sodium vegetable broth because I like to control the amount of sodium. You could also use regular vegetable broth.
    • Tamari: Adds salty umami flavor. I used low sodium gluten-free tamari because I like to control the amount of sodium. You could also use regular tamari. Vegan worcestershire sauce or vegan aminos would probably also work since they also have a salty umami taste.
    • Salt and pepper: Enhances flavors and adds flavor.

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    🔪 Instructions

    1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions.
    2. Cook on low heat until caramelized, about 35 minutes.
    3. Add balsamic vinegar to deglaze the pan. Add salt and stir.
    4. Add sliced mushrooms and the rest of the oil. Cook about 5 minutes until tender. Add salt and pepper.
    5. Add flour. Whisk to combine. Cook for about 2 minutes.
    6. Add vegetable broth and tamari. Bring to a boil. Simmer for about 5 minutes to thicken.
    7. Divide ½ the mushrooms and onions and blend in a food processor. Add the mixture back into the gravy.
    Gravy in a pan.

    🥡 Storage

    This vegan mushroom onion gravy recipe will last 5 days in an airtight container in the fridge.

    🍽 Serving

    • Vegan Mashed Potatoes
    • Mashed Cauliflower
    • Roasted Cauliflower Steaks
    • Toast
    • Rice
    • French fries
    • Noodles
    • Quinoa
    • Lentil Loaf

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    Vegan Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Gravy with mashed potatoes in the background.

    This vegan gravy will elevate your vegan mashed potatoes to the next level!

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    Vegan Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Gravy with mashed potatoes in the background.
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    Vegan Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Gravy

    This Vegan Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Gravy is sweet, rich, and savory. You're going to want this on your holiday menu! 
    Course Sauce
    Cuisine American
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 47 minutes minutes
    Total Time 52 minutes minutes
    Servings 8 (Makes 2 cups)
    Calories 54kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Equipment

    • food processor

    Ingredients

    • 1 onion (3 cups chopped)
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
    • Splash balsamic vinegar
    • 8 ounces crimini mushrooms, sliced
    • 2 tablespoons gluten free all baking purpose flour
    • 2 ½ cups low sodium vegetable broth
    • 2 tablespoons low sodium gluten free tamari
    • Salt and pepper
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    Instructions

    • Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to a hot pan. Add chopped onion and cook on low heat for about 35 minutes, or until onions are caramelized. Add balsamic vinegar to deglaze the pan. Add salt. 
    • Add sliced mushrooms and the rest of olive oil. Cook about 5 minutes, or until tender. Add salt and pepper.
    • Add gluten free flour. Cook 2 minutes. Add vegetable broth and tamari. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer about 5 minutes to thicken.
    • Take ½ the cooked mushrooms and onions and blend in a food processor. Add back to gravy.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 54kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 547mg | Potassium: 156mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 155IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.3mg

    *Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.

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    1. Chloe’ says

      November 06, 2020 at 8:39 pm

      This recipe is awesome! The consistency is perfect (hard to accomplish with gluten free flour sometimes) and the flavor was amazing with the tamari! It added a great savory depth to the gravy. I added some additional seasonings and omitted additional salt. My new favorite gravy!5 stars

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      • Willow Moon says

        November 07, 2020 at 7:45 am

        Thanks Chloé, I'm so glad you liked it!

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    2. Denise says

      November 11, 2018 at 7:14 am

      My family loves this gravy! It is a rich addition to mashed potatoes. Thanks for the recipe!5 stars

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      • Willow Moon says

        November 14, 2018 at 8:15 am

        Thanks Denise, I'm glad you like it!

        Reply

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