Giblet Gravy

Dairy Free
Giblet Gravy
140 min.
8
23kcal

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Giblet gravy is a classic accompaniment that elevates any holiday meal, especially when served alongside a beautifully roasted turkey. This rich and flavorful sauce is not only dairy-free but also packed with the essence of the turkey, making it a perfect choice for those looking to enjoy a traditional dish without the cream. With a preparation time of just 140 minutes, you can create a delicious gravy that serves up to eight people, ensuring that everyone at your table can indulge in its savory goodness.

The secret to a great giblet gravy lies in the careful simmering of turkey giblets, which infuses the broth with deep, hearty flavors. Combined with the drippings from your roasted turkey, this gravy becomes a luscious sauce that ties together the flavors of your meal. The addition of sautéed celery and onion adds a delightful aromatic quality, while the use of all-purpose flour helps achieve that perfect, velvety texture.

Whether you're preparing for a festive gathering or simply want to enhance your weeknight dinner, this giblet gravy is sure to impress. It's a wonderful way to utilize every part of the turkey, minimizing waste and maximizing flavor. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a sauce that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • serving turkey giblets whole frozen thawed (from turkey, if )
  • cup celery stalks sliced
  • medium onion sliced
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • serving add carrot and onion to bacon fat . cook 
  • 0.3 cup chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • serving salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • roasting pan
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. In 2-quart saucepan, place giblets (except liver); add enough water to cover.
  2. Add celery, onion, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  3. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 1 to 2 hours or until giblets are tender.
  4. Add liver during last 15 minutes of cooking.
  5. Drain giblet mixture, reserving broth and giblets. Discard celery and onion.
  6. After removing turkey from roasting pan, remove 1/2 cup drippings (turkey juices and fat); reserve.
  7. Pour remaining drippings into 2-cup measuring cup; add enough giblet broth and chicken broth to measure 2 cups; set aside.
  8. Place reserved 1/2 cup drippings in roasting pan or 12-inch skillet. Stir in flour. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly and scraping up brown bits in pan, until smooth and browned. Gradually stir in 2 cups broth mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture boils and thickens.
  9. Remove meat from neck; finely chop meat and giblets and add to gravy if desired. Stir in salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories23kcal
Protein12.11%
Fat8.41%
Carbs79.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.75
Glycemic Load
2.5
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
1.538260884826%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.36mg
Luteolin
0.14mg
Isorhamnetin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Quercetin
2.84mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:23.36kcal
1.17%
Fat:0.22g
0.34%
Saturated Fat:0.07g
0.43%
Carbohydrates:4.71g
1.57%
Net Carbohydrates:4.16g
1.51%
Sugar:0.79g
0.88%
Cholesterol:0.68mg
0.23%
Sodium:353.25mg
15.36%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.72g
1.44%
Vitamin K:3.87µg
3.68%
Folate:14.73µg
3.68%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.49%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.76%
Fiber:0.56g
2.23%
Selenium:1.54µg
2.2%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.14%
Vitamin C:1.41mg
1.71%
Potassium:59.54mg
1.7%
Vitamin B3:0.31mg
1.57%
Vitamin A:73.86IU
1.48%
Iron:0.26mg
1.43%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.43%
Phosphorus:11.91mg
1.19%