Description
A rich and flavorful Hawaiian Brown Gravy recipe that combines butter, flour, beef stock, and a blend of savory and sweet ingredients to create a perfect accompaniment for loco moco or other hearty dishes. This stovetop-cooked gravy offers a smooth, creamy texture and a unique balance of tangy, sweet, and umami flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 4 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
- 3 cups Beef Stock
Flavoring Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Heavy Cream
- Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prep Your Equipment And Ingredients: Gather a 10-inch skillet, a whisk, and all the ingredients needed for the recipe to have everything ready before cooking.
- Preheat The Skillet: Place your skillet on the stove over medium-high heat and allow it to heat evenly, which prepares the pan for making the roux.
- Melt The Butter: Add 4 tablespoons of butter to the preheated skillet and let it melt completely into a liquid state.
- Observe The Foaming: Watch the melted butter as it foams and bubbles; once the foaming begins to subside, you’re ready to add the flour.
- Add The Flour: Slowly sprinkle 4 tablespoons of all-purpose flour into the melted butter, whisking continuously to blend and prevent lumps, creating a smooth mixture.
- Cook To Golden Brown: Continue whisking and cooking the butter and flour mixture for about 30 seconds until it develops a rich golden brown color, which deepens the gravy’s flavor.
- Whisk In Beef Stock: Gradually pour in 3 cups of beef stock, whisking constantly to incorporate it smoothly without lumps.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Whisk in 1 tablespoon ketchup, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce to enhance the savory and sweet balance of the gravy.
- Bring To Boil And Reduce: Raise the heat and bring the mixture to a boil, then immediately reduce to medium heat for further cooking.
- Cook To Thicken: Simmer the gravy on medium heat for approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens to a gravy consistency.
- Add Soy Sauce And Cream: Whisk in 2 tablespoons soy sauce and 1 tablespoon heavy cream to deepen the flavor and add a creamy richness to the gravy.
- Season With Pepper: Add pepper to taste for a finishing touch of spice and flavor enhancement.
- Serve And Enjoy: Your Hawaiian Brown Gravy is ready to be served hot alongside loco moco, rice, or your preferred dishes for a delicious meal.
Notes
- Constant whisking when adding flour and stock is important to avoid lumps and ensure a smooth gravy.
- Adjust sugar and soy sauce quantities to suit your desired sweetness and saltiness levels.
- This gravy pairs exceptionally well with Hawaiian loco moco, rice, or mashed potatoes.
- Use fresh beef stock for the richest flavor; however, low-sodium broth can be substituted to control salt content.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute beef stock with mushroom broth and omit Worcestershire sauce or use a vegetarian alternative.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Keywords: Hawaiian brown gravy, loco moco gravy, brown gravy recipe, stovetop gravy, savory gravy, Hawaiian cuisine
