Rich Pork Gravy

Elevate your next meal with this luscious and savory Rich Pork Gravy, a perfect accompaniment to mashed potatoes, roasted meats, or hearty comfort food dishes. Made with flavorful pork drippings, a velvety roux of butter and flour, and the warm depth of chicken or pork broth, this homemade gravy is seasoned with aromatic thyme, garlic, and onion powders for a robust finish. With only 5 minutes of prep time and a quick 20-minute cook time, this recipe is as simple as it is satisfying, making it a go-to for holiday feasts or weeknight dinners. Strain to silky perfection for a smooth, rich texture that’s sure to impress every palate at the table.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Pork drippings
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Chicken or pork broth
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Thyme
• 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Onion powder

Directions

Step 1

Collect the pork drippings by removing them from the roasting pan, straining to remove any large bits, and letting them sit to separate the fat from the juices.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.

Step 3

Add the flour to the saucepan, whisking continuously. Cook for about 2 to 3 minutes until the mixture turns a light brown color. This is your roux, which will thicken the gravy.

Step 4

Gradually add the pork drippings and chicken or pork broth to the saucepan, continuing to whisk. Make sure to add the liquid slowly to avoid lumps.

Step 5

Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for another 5 to 10 minutes, whisking occasionally. The gravy should thicken as it simmers.

Step 6

Season the gravy with salt, black pepper, thyme, garlic powder, and onion powder, adjusting to taste.

Step 7

If the gravy is too thick, add more broth a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 8

Strain the gravy using a fine mesh sieve into a clean serving bowl to ensure a smooth texture.

Step 9

Serve the pork gravy hot, topping over your favorite dishes like mashed potatoes or roasted meats.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	764.2 grams (764.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2414

Total Fat 259.90g	333%
Saturated Fat 106.70g	534%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 286mg	95%
Sodium 2906mg	126%
Total Carbohydrate 15.30g	6%
Dietary Fiber 0.90g	3%
Total Sugars 1.10g
Protein 5.30g	11%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 39mg	3%
Iron 2mg	10%
Potassium 125mg	3%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 96.6%

Protein: 0.9%

Carbs: 2.5%