Vegetarian Rich Pork Gravy

Discover the ultimate comfort food twist with this Vegetarian Rich Pork Gravy—a luscious, plant-based alternative to traditional pork gravy that’s so flavorful, no one will miss the meat! This recipe features hearty mushroom broth, caramelized veggies, and a velvety roux, perfectly seasoned with soy sauce, tomato paste, thyme, and a touch of fresh parsley for a robust and savory finish. Whether poured over mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or biscuits, this silky-smooth gravy is the perfect accompaniment to elevate your vegetarian meals. Ready in under an hour, it’s an easy, satisfying option for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium carrot, finely chopped
• 1 medium celery stalk, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 cups mushroom broth
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon thyme, dried
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add chopped onion, carrot, and celery to the saucepan. Cook until they are softened and starting to brown, about 10 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well, cooking for 2 more minutes to form a roux.

Step 5

Gradually whisk in the mushroom broth, ensuring no lumps remain.

Step 6

Add soy sauce, tomato paste, dried thyme, bay leaf, black pepper, and salt. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and let it cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf from the saucepan.

Step 9

Use an immersion blender to puree the gravy until smooth, or transfer it to a blender and process until smooth, then return to the saucepan.

Step 10

Stir in the butter until it melts completely, adding a rich depth to the flavor.

Step 11

Check the seasoning and adjust salt and pepper as needed.

Step 12

Finish with fresh parsley stirred into the gravy for a touch of freshness.

Step 13

Serve the gravy hot with your favorite vegetarian dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1130.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	707.5

Total Fat 52.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 65.8mg	0%
Sodium 4114.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.7g	0%
Total Sugars 14.4g
Protein 12.6g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 185.4mg	0%
Iron 4.3mg	0%
Potassium 1175.2mg	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: 64.7%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 28.4%