Try this Keto Turkey Gravy Recipe recipe, or contribute your own.
- Carbohydrate 0.172115885544 g
- Cholesterol 24.380589866 mg
- Fat 9.211895274564 g
- Fiber 0.0972799987792969 g
- Protein 0.16813237854 g
- Saturated Fat 5.8254012104032 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (12g)
- Sodium 74.1317585140667 mg
- Sugar 0.0748358867647031 g
- Trans Fat 0.645826368647201 g
- Calories 82 calories
Step-by-step
- In a small size frying pan, melt the butter and add two cups of turkey broth.
- Add the seasonings to the mixture.
- Once it is warm, add ½ teaspoon of Glucomannan Powder to the gravy.
- Use a whisk to mix it in until it has completely dissolved.
- Set the gravy aside for about 5 minutes or so.
- Once it sits, it will start to thicken.
- Use the same amount of Glucomannan powder even if you decide to make this recipe and leave out the butter.
- I've tried it both ways and it works both ways.
- Just remember, a small amount of this powder goes a long way.
Adding raw starches directly to hot liquid creates stubborn lumps because the exterior of the starch granule gelatinizes instantly while sealing dry powder inside. Achieving a smooth texture requires deliberate handling of alternative thickeners, particularly when abandoning traditional wheat flour. Glucomannan powder demands specific technique due to its potency compared to standard starches.
- Whisk constantly while dusting the powder into warm liquid to prevent immediate clumping at the surface.
- Allow the mixture to rest undisturbed for five minutes because glucomannan hydrates and swells progressively over time rather than instantly.
- Measure strictly using a half teaspoon for two cups of broth; exceeding this ratio turns the sauce gelatinous.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days, reheating gently over low heat.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper only after the final thickening stage is complete, as reduction concentrates flavors.
Alternative thickeners behave differently than all-purpose flour during storage and reheating phases. Proper hydration guarantees a glossy finish without chemical aftertastes.
