Vegetarian Mushroom Thyme Gravy Recipe

Name: Vegetarian Mushroom Thyme Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup dried mushrooms(shitake or mixed); 2 cups vegetable stock; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 1/2 tablespoons minced shallot; 3 tablespoons flour; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 1/2 cup light cream; 1 tablespoon sherry; 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme; 1 pinch salt and pepper, plus more to taste

Servings: persons

1
Bring vegetable stock to a boil. In a small bowl pour stock over mushrooms. Let soak for 20 minutes.
2
Remove mushrooms from bowl, setting the stock aside for later. Mince or thinly slice the mushrooms.
3
In a medium saucepan melt the butter. Add the minced shallot and saute for 5 minutes over medium heat until softened.
4
Add the flour to the butter/shallot mixture stirring constantly. Cook for a 2 minutes.
5
Gradually add 1 1/2 cups of the reserved vegetable stock(leaving mushroom sediment out), stirring well to incorporate after each addition. Cook over medium heat until thickened.
6
Add the reserved mushrooms, soy sauce, cream, sherry & thyme to the gravy. Cook for a few more minutes until heated through and thickened to desired consistency. Season to taste with salt & pepper.
7
Pour over anything on your plate!

248

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup dried mushrooms(shitake or mixed), 2 cups vegetable stock, 3 tablespoons butter, 1 1/2 tablespoons minced shallot, and more.

Yes, Vegetarian Mushroom Thyme Gravy falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Vegetarian Mushroom Thyme Gravy

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Variations & substitutions

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