Description
KFC-style water gravy brings southern comfort directly to home kitchens with its rich, savory profile. Home cooks can easily recreate this classic sauce using simple pantry ingredients for a delightful culinary experience you’ll want to savor.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups (540 milliliters) boiling water
- 60 grams (2.1 ounces) unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons plain flour
Stock and Seasonings:
- 1 beef stock cube
- 1 chicken stock cube
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt, to taste (if needed)
Instructions
- Crumble stock cubes into boiling water, ensuring complete dissolution for a rich, flavorful base.
- Place butter in a saucepan over medium heat (around 350°F), allowing it to melt smoothly without browning.
- Whisk flour, onion powder, and pepper into the melted butter, creating a uniform, lump-free mixture.
- Gradually pour half the prepared liquid into the roux, stirring continuously to prevent clumping and develop a silky texture.
- Once the initial mixture thickens, incorporate the remaining liquid, blending thoroughly to create a consistent, smooth gravy.
- Continue stirring for 1-2 minutes at medium heat until the gravy reaches a desired velvety consistency, removing from heat when it coats the back of a spoon.
Notes
- Customize flavor intensity by adjusting stock cube quantity based on personal taste preferences.
- Whisk continuously while adding liquid to prevent lumps and achieve smooth, silky texture.
- For gluten-free version, replace wheat flour with cornstarch or alternative gluten-free thickening agents.
- Store leftover gravy in airtight container in refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, gently reheating with additional liquid if needed.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg