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Easy, Keto Low-Carb Gravy

Published: Nov 9, 2022 by staysnatched · This post may contain affiliate links · 37 Comments

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Easy, Keto Low-Carb Brown Gravy is the best quick recipe that can be smothered on chicken, beef, pork, and especially meatloaf! You can even substitute beef broth for cream and make country sausage gravy to drizzle on biscuits! This recipe provides all of the tips on how to thicken up the gravy.

sliced keto low carb meatloaf on a blue plate with mashed cauliflower and blanched green beans

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I love to drizzle gravy onto my favorite meats! This method will show you how to make keto-friendly gravy.

This brown gravy will pair wonderfully with Keto Low Carb Meatloaf, Instant Pot Chicken Breast, and Air Fryer Whole Chicken.

Table of Contents

  • How to Make Keto Gravy
  • How to Thicken Gravy
  • Can You Use Turkey Drippings or Drippings from Meat?
  • How Long Will Homemade Gravy Last?
  • Can You Freeze Homemade Gravy?
  • How to Make White Keto Country Gravy
  • Recipes to Pair
  • Popular Keto Recipes
  • Easy, Keto Low-Carb Gravy
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Video
    • Notes
    • Nutrition (displayed with net carbs)

How to Make Keto Gravy

  1. Heat a skillet on medium-high heat and add the butter and garlic powder. Wisk until melted.
  2. Add in beef stock and xantham gum. Wisk continually until the powdered texture disappears, and the sauce thickens.
beef broth, garlic powder, butter, and xanthan gum for keto low carb gravy

How to Thicken Gravy

Typically cornstarch is used to thicken gravy and sauces, but it isn't keto-friendly at all. I like to use xanthan gum and sometimes almond flour. Almond flour does not work well for brown gravy in my opinion.

melted butter in a skillet

Can You Use Turkey Drippings or Drippings from Meat?

Yes! This is actually the best way to make full-flavored gravy. You can simply add your drippings to this recipe or decrease the amount of broth used by the same amount of drippings you have available to use.

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How Long Will Homemade Gravy Last?

Homemade gravy will last up to 2 days in the fridge. If you wish to continue use, boil it again in a pot on the stove. You can read more about The Best Ways to Store Leftover Gravy here.

keto low carb gravy in a skillet

Can You Freeze Homemade Gravy?

Yes, the gravy should last up to a few months in the freezer. Reheat the gravy by boiling it and then simmering. You may need to add water or beef broth to thin it out some.

How to Make White Keto Country Gravy

For country gravy that you can smother on Keto Low Carb Biscuits and Keto Chicken Fried Steak, you will substitute the beef stock for 1 cup of heavy cream.

sliced keto low carb meatloaf on a blue plate with mashed cauliflower and blanched green beans

Recipes to Pair

Baked Turkey Wings
Air Fryer Turkey Wings
Cajun Roasted Turkey
Air Fryer Pork Chops
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sliced keto low carb meatloaf on a blue plate with mashed cauliflower and blanched green beans
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5 from 13 votes

Easy, Keto Low-Carb Gravy

Easy, Keto Low-Carb Brown Gravy is the best quick recipe that can be smothered on chicken, beef, pork, and especially meatloaf! You can even substitute beef broth for cream and make country sausage gravy to drizzle on biscuits! This recipe provides all of the tips on how to thicken up the gravy.
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Course sauce, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword keto brown gravy, keto gravy, low carb gravy
Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes minutes
Total Time 15 minutes minutes
Servings 12
Calories 25kcal
Author Brandi Crawford
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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter Unsalted or salted (your preference)
  • 2 cups beef broth Any broth or stock will work fine.
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Xanthan gum
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Combine 2 tablespoons of butter, 2 cups of beef stock, and 1 teaspoon of onion powder in a skillet on medium-high heat.
  • Whisk to combine.
  • Add 1 teaspoon Xanthan gum to a small bowl with 2 tablespoons of the gravy mixture from the skillet. Whisk the bowl to combine. The mixture will look like gelatin. Add the mixture back to the skillet and adjust the heat to low.
  • Whisk continually (be patient) to remove any clumps. 
  • After about 10 minutes the gravy should thicken. As the gravy thickens adjust to taste with salt and pepper.

Video

Notes

Yields about 2 cups of gravy, serving size is about 2 tablespoons.
Typically when I make homemade gravy, I create a roux by combining fat (typically butter) with a starch like cornstarch or flour, after those are combined, I add the remaining ingredients. You can do that same method here using the xanthan gum, however, I have found that adding it later in the process yields similar results. You simply have to be patient during the whisking process.
Homemade gravy typically lasts about 2 days in the fridge. If you want to use it for longer than that, you can add it to a pot again and bring it to a boil.
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Nutrition (displayed with net carbs)

Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 25kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g
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Comments

  1. Ana says

    October 05, 2019 at 5:20 pm

    5 stars
    Thank you for the amazing brown & white gravy recipes!! We went to our local city Fair last night and saw a booth selling biscuits and gravy and hubby got the craving, so I found your site and made keto biscuits and your keto gravy today. SO GOOD!!! Thank You

    Reply
    • staysnatched says

      October 07, 2019 at 7:19 pm

      That sounds amazing!

      Reply
  2. Ronald says

    November 18, 2019 at 7:27 am

    Excellent. I also added sauteed mushrooms to the gravy and ladled it over left-over meat loaf. My bride thinks I am a genius.

    Reply
    • staysnatched says

      November 21, 2019 at 12:27 pm

      haha! I love that. I'm glad you both enjoyed it.

      Reply
  3. Rimmy says

    February 20, 2020 at 8:10 pm

    I Made this for a gathering and it was a hit, everyone loved it! Will definitely make it again!

    Reply
    • staysnatched says

      February 22, 2020 at 7:35 pm

      I love to hear that!

      Reply
  4. Richard Tunner says

    March 01, 2020 at 7:40 pm

    5 stars
    I love this make-ahead recipe! I whipped up this gravy last night for a Friendsgiving gathering. Mmm… it’s both savory and delicious!!!

    Reply
    • staysnatched says

      March 02, 2020 at 10:58 am

      This is perfect to make ahead!

      Reply
  5. Michael says

    April 25, 2020 at 10:06 am

    5 stars
    I’ve been needing something that would help my cravings….I think this will be it!. Can’t wait to give these a try!!

    Reply
    • staysnatched says

      April 25, 2020 at 10:24 am

      Wonderful. I hope you enjoy it!

      Reply
  6. Roses says

    May 13, 2020 at 10:10 pm

    5 stars
    Last night, I made this during a class meeting. My friends really like it. They praised me a lot. Thanks for sharing this great recipe.

    Reply
    • staysnatched says

      May 14, 2020 at 10:11 am

      So glad you and your classmates enjoyed it!

      Reply
  7. Shea says

    May 17, 2020 at 12:33 pm

    I am assuming this would work with chicken stock for pork meals?

    Any other spices recommended?

    Thank you!

    Reply
  8. Dianne says

    May 20, 2020 at 8:34 pm

    5 stars
    I love how you made this recipe traditional yet Keto friendly.

    Reply
    • staysnatched says

      May 21, 2020 at 9:50 am

      That's the best combination!

      Reply
  9. Roger says

    May 25, 2020 at 10:36 pm

    5 stars
    I love how you made this recipe traditional yet Keto friendly. Brilliant

    Reply
    • staysnatched says

      May 26, 2020 at 8:00 am

      Thanks! I enjoy the recipe.

      Reply
  10. Gabriel says

    July 01, 2020 at 2:02 am

    5 stars
    This was really good. Used butter instead of coconut oil. Was very flavorful and my son said he may prefer to my regular flour based gravy. Thank you!!!

    Reply
    • staysnatched says

      July 01, 2020 at 11:40 am

      I'm so happy you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  11. James says

    August 19, 2020 at 7:33 pm

    5 stars
    The best quick recipe

    Reply
    • staysnatched says

      August 20, 2020 at 4:47 pm

      Wonderful! I'm so glad you enjoy the gravy!

      Reply
  12. Melissa says

    August 20, 2020 at 1:29 am

    5 stars
    I find this interesting. This is like a gravy pudding! I am a bit rushed to try it tonight, but I certainly will try it in the near future.

    Reply
    • staysnatched says

      August 20, 2020 at 4:46 pm

      Gravy pudding sounds interesting!

      Reply
  13. Will says

    August 20, 2020 at 8:53 pm

    5 stars
    The best quick recipe

    Reply
    • staysnatched says

      August 21, 2020 at 10:01 am

      Thank you! It's quick indeed.

      Reply
  14. Elizabeth says

    August 21, 2020 at 1:04 am

    5 stars
    I Made this for a gathering and it was a hit, everyone loved it! Will definitely make it again!

    Reply
    • staysnatched says

      August 21, 2020 at 10:00 am

      Nice to hear it was a hit!

      Reply
  15. Brendon says

    August 21, 2020 at 1:34 am

    I Made this for a gathering and it was a hit, everyone loved it! Will definitely make it again!

    Reply
    • staysnatched says

      August 21, 2020 at 10:00 am

      Wonderful! I'm glad you enjoyed it.

      Reply
  16. Parsimonia says

    August 21, 2020 at 3:26 am

    I love this make-ahead recipe! I whipped up this gravy last night for a Friendsgiving gathering. Mmm… it’s both savory and delicious!!!

    Reply
    • staysnatched says

      August 21, 2020 at 9:59 am

      That's awesome that you are still having Friendsgivings!

      Reply
  17. Juli says

    September 13, 2020 at 1:23 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious and super easy. Whipped up some for keto biscuits and gravy with runny eggs.

    Reply
    • staysnatched says

      September 14, 2020 at 12:53 pm

      YUm! That sounds like a great combo!

      Reply
  18. Cathy Augros says

    September 29, 2020 at 10:25 am

    This recipe sounds excellent! For me, sauces are crucial to keeping to a low carb diet because they add so much flavor to the foods I eat. I can't wait to make this! Do you know if it can be frozen?

    Reply
    • staysnatched says

      September 29, 2020 at 9:21 pm

      Yes, you can freeze it.

      Reply
  19. Erica says

    September 30, 2021 at 8:39 pm

    5 stars
    Super easy and quick recipe’

    Reply
    • staysnatched says

      October 02, 2021 at 9:24 pm

      Wonderful! I'm so glad to hear it.

      Reply
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