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    Home ยป Recipes ยป Dressings, Gravies and Sauces

    Chickpea Flour Gravy

    Published: Nov 12, 2018 by Sherri Hall ยท This post may contain affiliate links.

    pin showing gravy in white serving dish with ladle in it

    A delicious homemade gravy both vegans and omnivores can agree on! This easy chickpea flour gravy is not only perfect for the holidays, but also all year long! You'll want to pour this addictive gluten-free gravy on everything!

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    Chickpea Flour Gravy in a white serving bowl with a spoon and a partial view of mashed potatoes with the gravy

    I seriously cannot stress enough how much I LOOOOOOOOOOVE chickpea flour!

    Okay, now that I got that out of the way, we can talk about this gravy and why it's totally BOMB!

    Here are some reasons (besides that it's made with chickpea flour, of course) Sorry, I couldn't help myself. 😉

    If you are vegan, it's perfect for you.

    If you are gluten-free, it's perfect for you.

    If you are both vegan and gluten-free, then you just won the jackpot! I bet you thought I was going to say it's perfect for you. Well, it is!

    overhead of gravy in a white serving dish with a ladle in it

    Now even if you are not vegan or gluten-free, it's still perfect for you.

    Why, you ask?

    Um, because you can serve it to your vegan and gluten-free family and friends.

    Oh, and it's delicious.

    And of course, we can't forget that it's made with chickpea flour.

    Ahem. Yes, chickpea flour, which aside from my personal obsession with it's amazingness, happens to be good for you.

    High in protein, iron and fiber, chickpea flour rocks when it comes to gluten-free flours.

    And if you're still not convinced of this gravy's awesomeness, it's so simple to make. How simple? See for yourself...

    How to Make This Gluten-Free Gravy Recipe

    Combine vegetable broth, tamari, onion powder, garlic powder and rosemary in a pourable vessel.

    Whisk together and set aside.

    Then start your roux, by heating olive oil over medium heat.

    Whisk in chickpea flour.

    Keep whisking until it is smooth.

    It will be a golden color and have a nutty aroma.

    Be careful not to burn the roux. If it starts to turn brown, it's starting to burn.

    whisking the roux for the gravy

    Whisk in the vegetable broth mixture.

    Bring to a boil, whisking constantly, until desired thickness is reached.

    Note that as the gravy approaches a boil, it will begin to thicken.

    Once it has reached your desired thickness, turn off the heat and stir in salt and pepper to taste.

    whisking in the vegetable broth

    What to Eat with This Vegan Gravy

    We enjoyed this gravy with our dairy-free mashed potatoes and chickpea veggie loaf.

    Ladling gravy onto mashed potatoes next to a piece of vegan chickpea veggie loaf with gravy on it too

    What can I use instead of tamari?

    You can use liquid aminos to replace the tamari or coconut aminos if you need to keep this gravy soy-free.

    Of course, if you're not gluten-free, you can opt to use low sodium soy sauce instead.

    Storing and Reheating the Gravy

    Gravy can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can also freeze the gravy in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

    Reheat leftovers in a microwave safe dish in 30-second intervals, stirring in between.

    You can also reheat in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until heated throughout.

    If frozen, allow gravy to thaw completely in the airtight container in the refrigerator before reheating.

    Now it's time to whip up a batch of gravy, baby! 😉

    For another gluten-free gravy, try our vegetarian gravy (with vegan option).

    gravy in white serving dish with spoon in it
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    5 from 15 votes

    Chickpea Flour Gravy

    A delicious homemade gravy both vegans and omnivores can agree on! This easy Chickpea Flour Gravy is not only perfect for the holidays, but also all year long! You'll want to pour this addictive vegan and gluten-free gravy on everything!
    Course Gravy, Main Course, Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Keyword christmas, gluten free, gravy, holiday recipes, meatless monday, thanksgiving, vegan, vegetarian
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 5 minutes
    Total Time 10 minutes
    Servings 9 servings
    Calories 78kcal
    Author Sherri Hall

    Ingredients

    • ยผ cup olive oil
    • 5-6 tablespoon chickpea flour (aka garbanzo bean flour) (start with 5 tablespoons and keep additional tablespoon on reserve)
    • 2 ยพ-3 cups gluten-free, low-sodium vegetable broth (start with 2 ยพ cups and keep ยผ cup on reserve
    • 3 tablespoon gluten-free, reduced sodium tamari
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • ยฝ teaspoon crushed, dried rosemary (I recommend using whole dried rosemary and crushing yourself either with a mortal and pestle or by breaking up with your fingers as the flavor is better this way)
    • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
    • Kosher salt to taste

    Instructions

    • Combine 2 ยพ cup vegetable broth, tamari, onion powder, garlic powder and rosemary in a pourable vessel. Whisk together and set aside. 
    • Then start your roux by heating olive oil in a sauce pan over medium heat. Whisk in 5 tablespoons of the chickpea flour. Keep whisking until it is smooth. It will be a golden color and have a nutty aroma. Be careful not to burn the roux. If it starts to turn brown, it's starting to burn.
    • Whisk in the vegetable broth mixture. Bring to a boil, whisking consistently, until desired thickness is reached. As it reaches a boil, it will begin to thicken. If the gravy is not thick enough for your liking, whisk in more chickpea flour. If it is too thick, whisk in more broth. 
    • Once the gravy has reached desired thickness, turn off the heat and stir in freshly ground black pepper and kosher salt to taste.

    (Please refer to the post above for instructional photographs and other helpful information for this recipe)

    Notes

    Gravy can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can also freeze the gravy in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
    Reheat leftovers in a microwave safe dish in 30-second intervals, stirring in between. You can also reheat in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until heated throughout. If frozen, allow gravy to thaw completely in the airtight container in the refrigerator before reheating.
    The nutrition information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. Accuracy is not guaranteed. Information shown should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
    Recipe yields approximately 3 cups of gravy. Calculations were based on using 2 ยพ cups vegetable broth and 5 tablespoons of chickpea flour.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 78kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g

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    1. Jennifer

      November 17, 2018 at 3:47 pm

      I'm definitely saving this for an alternative gravy for my guests' dietary needs!

      Reply
      • Sherri Hall

        November 17, 2018 at 5:32 pm

        Thanks so much, Jennifer! ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    2. Ulrike รœberacker

      November 17, 2018 at 3:13 pm

      5 stars
      What a clever idea! I actually have some chickpea flour that I have been meaning to use up! I also have an opened bag of nutritional yeast in my cupboard! Do you think I should add some?

      Reply
      • Sherri Hall

        November 17, 2018 at 5:31 pm

        Thanks Ulrike! I think you can add some nutritional yeast if you'd like. I thought about doing that but I was really happy with the flavor without it, so I decided against it. If you do add it, let me know how it comes out. ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    3. Dominique | Perchance to Cook

      November 16, 2018 at 3:34 pm

      I need this recipe!! I am dairy-free for Thanksgiving this year because my infant is allergic to dairy and I am breastfeeding. This vegan gravy looks amazing and I am so happy to have found it before Thanksgiving!

      Reply
      • Sherri Hall

        November 17, 2018 at 5:29 pm

        Hope it enjoy it, Dominique! And, hope you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving! ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    4. Kelly Anthony

      November 16, 2018 at 6:58 am

      5 stars
      I am going to have to make a gluten-free gravy for a Friendsgiving tomorrow! Perfect timing. Thanks for the recipe ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
      • Sherri Hall

        November 17, 2018 at 5:29 pm

        Awesome! That's great, Kelly! Hope you enjoy! ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    5. Cathleen @ A Taste of Madness

      November 15, 2018 at 7:40 pm

      5 stars
      Wow, I didn't even know that vegan gravy was a thing! But I guess if I was vegan, I would want a vegan version too. This sounds so good!

      Reply
      • Sherri Hall

        November 15, 2018 at 9:02 pm

        Thanks Cathleen! It came out so great! ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    6. David @ Spiced

      November 15, 2018 at 1:14 pm

      I have never been good at making gravy. It's just not my thing. I didn't grow up eating gravy, so I just never really learned how to make it. But after seeing this post, I want to give it another shot. Plus, the chickpea flour just sounds like fun. I'm all about playing around with new ingredients to learn! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family, Sherri!

      Reply
      • Sherri Hall

        November 15, 2018 at 8:55 pm

        Thanks David! Hope you enjoy it! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family too! ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    7. Eva MacDuff

      November 13, 2018 at 1:54 pm

      Can't wait to try this for Thanksgiving next week! Great idea!

      Reply
      • Sherri Hall

        November 14, 2018 at 2:51 pm

        Thanks Eva! Enjoy and Happy Thanksgiving! ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    8. Beth Neels

      November 13, 2018 at 9:26 am

      5 stars
      i haven't tried chickpea flour yet! Gosh they have so many alternative flours for all of us intolerant people these days! I'm going to give this a try!

      Reply
      • Sherri Hall

        November 14, 2018 at 2:51 pm

        Thanks Beth! Hope you enjoy! Chickpea flour is so amazing! ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    9. Kelly Anthony

      November 13, 2018 at 9:03 am

      5 stars
      What a great alternative to a classic holiday staple. This is sure to please a crowd.

      Reply
      • Sherri Hall

        November 14, 2018 at 2:52 pm

        Thanks so much, Kelly!

        Reply
    10. kim

      November 13, 2018 at 9:02 am

      5 stars
      I love this idea for a healthier chili! Looks fabulous!

      Reply
      • Sherri Hall

        November 14, 2018 at 2:52 pm

        Thank you Kim!

        Reply
    11. Tara

      November 13, 2018 at 8:33 am

      5 stars
      Fantastic option for vegan guests. So easy to make!

      Reply
      • Sherri Hall

        November 14, 2018 at 2:52 pm

        Thanks Tara! Yes, I love how easy it is! ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    12. Liz Schoch

      November 13, 2018 at 8:07 am

      Sherri, you do not need to convince me that I need chickpea flour gravy because I already know. I LOVE chickpea flour!!! I was honestly wondering if I was weird because I love it so much, so I am glad I found your blog! Definitely trying this one because I'm gf and vegetarian ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
      • Sherri Hall

        November 14, 2018 at 2:54 pm

        Thanks Liz! Glad to know someone shares my affinity for chickpea flour! Hope you enjoy the gravy! ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
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