Vegan French Fries with Gravy

Crispy, golden perfection meets savory, velvety indulgence with these Vegan French Fries with Gravy—a plant-based twist on a comfort food classic. Made with fluffy russet potatoes baked to crunchy perfection using minimal oil, this recipe keeps things light yet satisfying. The real star, however, is the rich, umami-packed vegan gravy, crafted with vegetable broth, tamari, nutritional yeast, and a hint of thyme for a depth of flavor that’s both hearty and wholesome. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or indulgent appetizer, this easy-to-make recipe is ready in under an hour and will have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether you’re catering to vegan diets or simply looking for a new way to elevate homemade fries, this irresistible dish is sure to hit the spot.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes
• 2 cups Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Vegan butter
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon Tamari or soy sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 tablespoon Nutritional yeast
• 0.25 teaspoon Thyme

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).

Step 2

Wash and peel the russet potatoes.

Step 3

Cut the potatoes into 1/4-inch thick sticks.

Step 4

Soak the potato sticks in cold water for at least 10 minutes to remove excess starch and help them crisp.

Step 5

Drain and pat the potatoes dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.

Step 6

Toss the potato sticks with 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil and a pinch of salt.

Step 7

Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden.

Step 8

Meanwhile, prepare the vegan gravy. In a small saucepan, melt the vegan butter over medium heat.

Step 9

Add the all-purpose flour and whisk continuously until the mixture is smooth and golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 10

Gradually pour in the vegetable broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.

Step 11

Add the tamari or soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, nutritional yeast, thyme, and black pepper to the saucepan.

Step 12

Bring the mixture to a simmer, and cook for 5-7 minutes until the gravy thickens, stirring occasionally.

Step 13

Remove the baked fries from the oven and sprinkle with additional salt if needed.

Step 14

Serve the French fries hot, with a generous ladle of vegan gravy poured over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2192.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5228.3

Total Fat 444.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 74.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 270.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4832.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 309.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.5g	0%
Total Sugars 20.9g
Protein 50.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 267.4mg	0%
Iron 18.1mg	0%
Potassium 7820.4mg	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: 73.5%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 22.8%