Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Vegan Mushroom Gravy Crockpot recipe, a delightful addition to any meal. This savory gravy is crafted with a blend of fresh and dried mushrooms, creating a depth of umami that enhances your favorite dishes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, it pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or even pasta. The slow-cooking method allows the flavors to meld together beautifully while you go about your day. With simple ingredients and effortless preparation, this vegan gravy will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 g wild dried mushrooms (porcini/shiitake/wild mix)
- 240 ml boiling water
- 1 tbsp vegan butter or vegetable oil
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 200 g fresh button or cremini mushrooms (sliced)
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried thyme)
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 360 ml vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 1 tsp Marmite (or nutritional yeast)
- Salt & freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Rehydrate the dried mushrooms in boiling water for about 20 minutes until soft.
- In a skillet, melt vegan butter over medium heat; sauté chopped onion for 5 minutes, add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add sliced fresh mushrooms to the skillet, season with salt, and cook until browned (8-10 minutes).
- Transfer everything to a Crockpot; add rehydrated mushrooms, thyme, flour, vegetable broth, mushroom soaking liquid, soy sauce, and Marmite. Mix well.
- Slow cook on LOW for 4 hours or HIGH for 2 hours. Check thickness before serving; adjust as needed by reducing or adding more broth.
- For a smoother texture, blend half the mixture before returning it to the pot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About ½ cup (120 ml)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg