Source: Arkadiusz Fajer, AdobeStockAny side dish instantly becomes tastier when complemented with the right gravy. You can serve it separately, pour it over the side dish, or simmer everything together. We offer a selection of 15 versatile gravy recipes that pair equally well with grains, porridges, potatoes, vegetables – with anything!
1. Minced Meat Gravy with Tomato Juice
Source: mirtesen.ruA hearty meat gravy that can be made with any type of minced meat.
You will need: 400 g minced meat, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 2 cups tomato juice, spices.
Preparation: Chop the onion and carrot, and sauté them until slightly softened. Add the minced meat and continue to fry for 5-7 minutes, stirring. Pour in the tomato juice, add spices, bring to a boil, and simmer everything together for 5-7 minutes over low heat.
2. Chicken Gravy with Sour Cream
Source: luchshierecepty.ruFor a more appetizing golden hue, add a little turmeric.
You will need: 400 g chicken fillet, 150 g sour cream, 150 ml water, 1 onion, 2 carrots, 30 g flour, spices.
Preparation: Dice the chicken fillet and dredge it in flour. Thinly slice the onion and carrots, sauté them until softened, and add the chicken pieces. Fry for 5 minutes, stirring, season, and add sour cream with water. Simmer everything together for 20-25 minutes, covered, over low heat.
3. Tomato-Sour Cream Gravy without Meat
Source: fimela.comThat classic gravy, familiar to everyone since childhood and from school cafeterias.
You will need: 30 g onion, 20 g butter, 0.5 tbsp flour, 30 g tomato paste, 50 g sour cream, 2 cups water or broth.
Preparation: Lightly sauté the onion in butter, add flour and mix. Pour in water or broth and stir everything to avoid lumps. Add tomato paste, bring the gravy to a boil, add sour cream, simmer for another 1-2 minutes, and remove the gravy from heat.
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4. Vegetable Gravy with Tomato Paste
Source: sunhome.ruInstead of water, you can use meat broth for an even richer flavor.
You will need: 1 onion, 1 carrot, 1 bell pepper, 1 tbsp flour, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 200 ml water, spices.
Preparation: Finely chop the vegetables and sauté them together until softened. Mix flour, water, and tomato paste to avoid lumps. Pour into the vegetables, season, bring the gravy to a boil, and simmer for 5-7 minutes over low heat.
5. Mushroom Gravy with Sour Cream
Source: AdobeStockIf you don't like the tanginess of sour cream, replace it with heavy cream.
You will need: 400 g mushrooms, 1 onion, 1 tsp flour, 2 tbsp sour cream, spices.
Preparation: Chop and sauté the onion until golden. Add sliced mushrooms and fry until the moisture evaporates. Add flour and spices, mix, and add sour cream diluted in 150 ml of water. Bring the gravy to a boil and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
6. Lenten Mushroom Gravy
Source: youtube.comFor a more intense aroma, we recommend adding a few pinches of dried porcini mushrooms.
You will need: 100 g mushrooms, 1 onion, 500 ml vegetable broth, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 40 g flour, 50 ml vegetable oil, spices.
Preparation: Chop the onion and mushrooms, sauté them in oil until half-cooked, and add flour. Mix and fry for another 2 minutes. Pour in broth and soy sauce, stir to avoid lumps, and simmer the gravy until desired thickness. Season it at the end of cooking.
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7. Pork Gravy
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruThis gravy is excellent even for a festive table with a festive side dish.
You will need: 700 g pork, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 250 ml water, 1 clove garlic, spices.
Preparation: Cut the pork into pieces and fry until lightly browned. Add chopped onion and grated carrot, fry for another 3-4 minutes. Pour in water and simmer everything for 30-40 minutes, covered, over minimum heat. Add tomato paste, garlic, and spices, and simmer the gravy for another 1 minute.
8. Sour Cream Gravy with Broth
Source: kaminia.ruSimple, very tasty, and what a wonderful aroma from this gravy!
You will need: 1 onion, 20 g butter, 250 ml broth, 1 tbsp flour, 2 cloves garlic, 100 g sour cream, spices.
Preparation: Chop and sauté the onion until browned in butter. Add flour and spices, mix and fry for another 1 minute. Pour in broth and bring to a boil, stirring. Add garlic and sour cream, and simmer the gravy for a few more minutes.
9. Beef Gravy
Source: AdobeStockYou can also add a few more pinches of cinnamon.
You will need: 350-400 g beef, 1/2 carrot, 1/2 bell pepper, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tbsp flour, 500 ml water or broth.
Preparation: Cut the beef into strips, fry until browned, and add sliced vegetables. Fry everything together for another 5-7 minutes over medium heat, stirring. Add flour and spices, mix. Mix tomato paste with water, pour it in, bring to a boil, and simmer the gravy for about 45-50 minutes over minimum heat, covered.
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10. Liver Gravy
Source: liveinternet.ruTo make the liver more tender, soak it in water or milk.
You will need: 400 g liver, 250 ml water, 1 onion, 15 g herbs, 1 tbsp flour, 1 tsp paprika, spices.
Preparation: Slice and fry the liver for 5-7 minutes. Add onion and fry for another couple of minutes. Mix flour and spices in water, pour over the liver, and bring to a boil over low heat. Add herbs, simmer the gravy for another 2 minutes, and remove from heat.
11. Gravy with Chicken Hearts
Source: dzen.ruNot only delicious, but also extremely inexpensive – made from simple ingredients.
You will need: 500 g chicken hearts, 100 ml tomato paste, 200 ml water, 100 ml sour cream, 1 onion, 2 cloves garlic, spices.
Preparation: Finely chop the onion, sauté until softened, and add chicken hearts. Mix, fry for another 5 minutes, and pour in half of the water. Simmer for 10 minutes, covered, over low heat. Mix the remaining water, tomato paste, sour cream, and spices. Pour over the hearts and simmer for another 15 minutes. At the end of cooking – add garlic.
12. Gravy with Turkey and Vegetables
Source: postila.ruA tender homemade gravy that will appeal to those who prefer healthy eating.
You will need: 500 g turkey fillet, 1 onion, 1 celery stalk, 1 carrot, 1 bell pepper, 2-3 tomatoes, 3 cloves garlic, 3-4 tbsp tomato sauce, spices.
Preparation: Thinly slice all vegetables, mince the garlic, and finely dice the turkey. Fry the meat over high heat until browned, season, and add vegetables, except for tomatoes. Cook everything together for 3-4 minutes, then add tomatoes, tomato sauce, and a little water. Simmer the gravy for 20-25 minutes, covered, over low heat, and at the end – add garlic.
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13. Gravy with Sausage and Ketchup
Source: gotovim-doma.ruEven if there's almost nothing in the fridge, you can always make a hearty gravy from the simplest ingredients.
You will need: 200 g sausage or hot dogs, 1 carrot, 1 onion, 2 tbsp flour, 5 tbsp ketchup, spices.
Preparation: Slice the sausage and vegetables, and sauté everything together for 5-6 minutes. Separately, fry the flour in oil until golden, add ketchup and fry for another 1 minute. Add spices and a glass of water, bring this gravy to a boil, and pour it over the sausage and vegetables. Simmer everything together for another 2-3 minutes.
14. Creamy Gravy
Source: fishki.netThis gravy is even suitable for baby food.
You will need: 1 tbsp butter, 1 tbsp flour, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup water, spices.
Preparation: Fry the flour in butter until golden. Pour in water and cream, mix, and heat the gravy almost to a boil. Add spices and simmer for 2-3 minutes over low heat until thickened.
15. Rabbit Gravy
Source: livejournal.comA diet-friendly gravy for those watching their calories.
You will need: 500 g rabbit meat, 2 cloves garlic, 2 onions, 3 tbsp flour, 4 tbsp sour cream, spices, 2 sprigs thyme.
Preparation: Cut the rabbit, dredge in flour, and fry the meat until browned on all sides. Set aside and in the same pan, sauté chopped onion with garlic, add chopped thyme.
If desired – pour in 50 ml of dry white wine and reduce it for about 5 minutes. Add the rabbit back, add a little water or broth if necessary, and simmer the gravy for 45 minutes over minimum heat, covered. At the end of cooking – add sour cream and simmer for another 5 minutes.