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🍯Sauces & Flavor Building
Building a Pan Gravy
A technique for turning roasting drippings into a rich, balanced, silky gravy.
Steps
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Keep pan drippings and separate excess fat.
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Add a little flour to remaining fat and cook 1-2 minutes.
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Gradually whisk in warm stock.
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Simmer until thickened and glossy.
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Adjust salt, pepper, and a touch of acid at the end.
💡Pro Tips
- •Strain gravy for smoother texture.
- •Add stock in stages to avoid lumps.
- •Deglazing with wine deepens flavor.
⚠️Common Mistakes
- •Not cooking flour enough leaves a raw taste.
- •Adding liquid too fast creates lumps.
- •Over-reducing and making gravy too salty.
