Description
This Creamy Mushroom Shallot Gravy is a rich and flavorful sauce made with sautéed baby bella mushrooms, finely minced shallots, garlic, and a smooth blend of chicken broth and heavy cream. Perfectly thickened with a roux of butter and flour, this gravy enhances any dish with its deep golden color, velvety texture, and savory notes, garnished optionally with fresh thyme for an aromatic touch.
Ingredients
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Gravy Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large shallot, finely minced
- 10 ounces baby bella mushrooms, sliced
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups (16 ounces / 504 g) chicken broth
- ½ cup (119 g) heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh thyme, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Shallots and Mushrooms: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the minced shallots and sliced mushrooms. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their liquid and it evaporates. Continue cooking until the mushrooms are deeply golden and dry, with no liquid remaining, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Add Garlic: Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, being careful not to let it burn.
- Create Roux: Sprinkle the flour evenly over the mushroom mixture. Stir constantly for 1 to 2 minutes until a thick paste forms, which helps thicken the gravy.
- Incorporate Broth: While stirring constantly, slowly pour in the chicken broth a little at a time, allowing each addition to fully incorporate before adding more. The mixture will thicken quickly.
- Simmer Gravy: Bring the gravy to a gentle simmer and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and glossy.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh thyme if desired. Serve warm over your favorite dishes.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth to make it vegetarian-friendly.
- Make sure to cook mushrooms thoroughly until their moisture evaporates for a richer flavor and better texture.
- Stir constantly when adding flour and broth to avoid lumps and ensure a smooth gravy.
Keywords: Mushroom gravy, creamy gravy, shallot gravy, mushroom sauce, savory gravy, mushroom cream sauce