Onion gravy facts for kids
Bangers and mash with onion gravy
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| Type | Gravy |
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| Main ingredients | Onion |
| Ingredients generally used | Broth, flour |
Onion gravy is a tasty sauce made mostly from onions. It's a type of gravy, which is a sauce often served with meat or vegetables. People use many different kinds of onions to make it. Sometimes, the onions are cooked slowly until they turn sweet and brown. This process is called caramelizing.
Onion gravy goes well with many foods. You might see it served with pork, beef steak, or meatloaf. It's also popular with hamburgers, hot dogs, and even French fries. A very common dish is bangers and mash, which is sausages and mashed potatoes with onion gravy. There are also versions for vegans, which use plant-based broths, like those made from seitan. You can even find ready-made mixes and solid sauce bars to make onion gravy quickly.
What's in Onion Gravy?
The main things you need to make onion gravy are onions, broth (like beef or chicken stock), and flour. The flour helps to make the gravy thick. Some recipes use sweet onions for a milder taste. Others might add beer or red wine to give it a deeper flavor.
Other ingredients can include cream, garlic, bread crumbs, and butter. Sometimes, vegetable oil or brown sugar is added too. To make it even more delicious, people often use different herbs and spices. These can be salt, pepper, sage, oregano, or thyme. These ingredients help create the rich and savory taste of onion gravy.
