Savory Hawaiian Brown Gravy That Transforms Any Meal

This Hawaiian Brown Gravy enhances various dishes with its sweet and umami flavor, making it a perfect crowd-pleaser.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 cups

Course: Sauces

Cuisine: Hawaiian

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Gravy Base

¼ cup Butter Can substitute with olive oil.
¼ cup All-Purpose Flour For gluten-free, substitute with gluten-free flour blend.
2 cups Beef Stock Vegetable stock can be used for a lighter version.

Flavor Enhancers

½ cup Ketchup May replace with tomato paste.
1 tablespoon Brown Sugar For enhanced flavor depth.
1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Optional.
2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Gluten-free soy sauce can be used.

Finishing Touches

½ cup Heavy Cream Substitute with coconut milk for dairy-free.
Pepper (to taste) Adjust based on personal preference.

Equipment

medium-sized saucepan

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Hawaiian Brown Gravy

Melt the butter over medium heat until bubbly and foamy, about 2-3 minutes.
Whisk in all-purpose flour and cook for 2 minutes until light golden brown.
Gradually pour in beef stock while whisking to avoid lumps; bring to a gentle simmer, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce, and simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
Add heavy cream, stir until well combined, and season with pepper to taste.
Serve warm over rice, mashed potatoes, or grilled burgers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Whisk constantly to prevent lumps and store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge.

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