Red Wine Gravy
This rich and deeply flavored vegan red wine gravy is the perfect accompaniment for a Sunday roast or festive Christmas dinner. Made with a reduction of red wine, shallots, and aromatic star anise, it delivers a smooth and velvety texture with an intense umami punch.
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil (1 tbsp) in a pan and fry the shallots (2) for 5 minutes until transparent.
- 2
Add the plain flour (3 tbsp) and tomato puree (2 tsp) and cook for 1 minute.
- 3
Gradually stir in the red wine (125 ml) followed by water (500 ml), whisking constantly until thickened and smooth.
- 4
Add the vegetable bouillon cube (1), star anise (1), tamari (2 tsp), redcurrant (2 tsp) and mixed herbs (1 pinch), then simmer gently for 5 minutes.
- 5
Strain through a sieve and serve hot.
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