Description
Homemade kfc-style gravy delivers restaurant-quality comfort right in home kitchens, promising rich flavor without leaving your dining room. Meat drippings, flour, and secret seasonings blend into silky sauce that elevates classic chicken dishes with authentic southern charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2.5 cups water
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Bouillon Components:
- 2 beef bouillon cubes
- 1 chicken bouillon cube
Seasoning Blend:
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon white pepper (or more to taste)
Optional Enrichment:
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream or a splash of milk
Instructions
- Create a golden-brown roux by melting butter in a medium saucepan over moderate heat, continuously whisking flour until the mixture develops a rich, nutty aroma and transforms into a warm caramel color.
- Crumble beef and chicken bouillon cubes directly into the roux, stirring thoroughly to integrate the savory flavor agents into the base.
- Gradually introduce water while maintaining constant whisking to prevent luminal formations, allowing the liquid to incorporate smoothly and encourage gradual thickening.
- Enhance the sauce’s depth by sprinkling onion powder, garlic powder, and white pepper, stirring to distribute the aromatic seasonings evenly throughout the mixture.
- Reduce heat and let the gravy simmer gently, occasionally whisking to maintain consistency and prevent scorching, allowing flavors to meld and intensify.
- For a luxurious finish, stream in cream or milk, stirring gently to create a silky, velvety texture that elevates the gravy’s richness and mouthfeel.
- Remove from heat and transfer to a serving vessel, ready to accompany your favorite comfort dishes with its decadent, savory profile.
Notes
- Use low-sodium bouillon cubes to control salt content and create a healthier version of the gravy.
- Whisk continuously during roux-making to prevent burning and ensure smooth, even texture.
- For gluten-free adaptation, substitute all-purpose flour with cornstarch or gluten-free flour blend to maintain consistency.
- Enhance depth of flavor by adding a splash of soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce during seasoning stage for extra umami complexity.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg