Low Sodium Rich Pork Gravy

Elevate your next meal with this Low Sodium Rich Pork Gravy, a velvety and flavorful sauce perfect for those watching their salt intake. Crafted with unsalted pork drippings, unsalted chicken broth, and a medley of aromatic spices like onion powder, garlic powder, and a hint of sage and thyme, this recipe delivers incredible depth of flavor without relying on added sodium. A golden roux made from unsalted butter and all-purpose flour provides a luscious, creamy texture, while a final strain ensures a smooth and refined finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this gravy pairs beautifully with roasted pork, mashed potatoes, or stuffing, making it a must-have addition to any comfort-food feast. Healthy, hearty, and irresistibly rich, this homemade low-sodium gravy is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups unsalted pork drippings
• 2 cups unsalted chicken broth
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.25 teaspoon sage
• 0.5 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Collect the pork drippings after roasting or slow-cooking your pork. If the drippings are solidified, gently reheat them until liquid.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, slowly add in the all-purpose flour, whisking continuously to form a smooth roux without lumps.

Step 3

Continue to whisk the roux for about 3-5 minutes until it turns a light golden color, which will add a complex flavor to the gravy.

Step 4

Slowly pour in the unsalted chicken broth and water into the roux, whisking constantly to prevent any lumps from forming.

Step 5

Next, add the pork drippings into the mixture, continuing to whisk as you pour.

Step 6

Season the gravy with onion powder, garlic powder, fresh ground black pepper, dried thyme, and sage.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and let it cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 8

Adjust the seasoning if needed, considering the low sodium requirement.

Step 9

Once the gravy has reached the desired thickness, remove it from the heat.

Step 10

Pour the gravy through a fine mesh strainer into a serving bowl to remove any lumps and ensure smoothness.

Step 11

Serve the gravy warm over your favorite pork dishes or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1138.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4614.2

Total Fat 496.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 199.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 511.5mg	0%
Sodium 102.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 30.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g	0%
Total Sugars 0.1g
Protein 7.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 64.0mg	0%
Iron 2.5mg	0%
Potassium 209.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 96.8%

Protein: 0.6%

Carbs: 2.6%