Tomato Gravy (Traditional Southern Recipe)
There's nothing like a little a little comfort food for breakfast, and this classic southern Tomato Gravy is the best of the best.
Serving4 servings
Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoon bacon drippings, or unsalted butter, vegetable oil, sausage drippings...
- 3 Tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 ⅓ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 14.5-ounce can of diced tomatoes, undrained
- 2 ripe beefsteak tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped
- ½ teaspoon white granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Fresh basil, finely chopped, for garnish (optional)
Equipment
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the bacon drippings (or chosen fat) over medium heat until hot.
- Add the all-purpose flour to the skillet, stirring constantly. Cook the flour and fat mixture (roux) for about 2-3 minutes, or until it turns a light golden brown. This helps to cook out the raw flour taste.
- Slowly whisk in the low-sodium chicken broth, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue to whisk until the mixture is smooth and thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the undrained diced tomatoes and the chopped beefsteak tomatoes to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
- Add the white granulated sugar, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. The gravy should thicken and the flavors should meld together.
- Taste the gravy and modify the seasoning as needed, adding additional salt, pepper, or sugar to achieve the desired flavor.
- Once the gravy has reached the desired consistency, remove the skillet from the heat.
- Garnish with finely chopped fresh basil if desired.
- Serve the Tomato Gravy hot over biscuits, rice, or your favorite dish. Enjoy!
Notes
- This recipe serves 4-6 servings depending on serving size.
- If the gravy becomes too thick while cooking, you can thin it out by adding a little more chicken broth or water. Conversely, if it's too thin, continue to simmer until it reaches the desired thickness.
- For a different taste, use a combination of fresh and canned tomatoes. Roasting the fresh tomatoes first can bring out their natural sweetness and add more depth to the gravy.
Nutrition
Calories: 177 kcal · Carbohydrates: 16 g · Protein: 4 g · Fat: 11 g · Saturated Fat: 4 g · Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g · Monounsaturated Fat: 5 g · Cholesterol: 10 mg · Sodium: 486 mg · Potassium: 671 mg · Fiber: 3 g · Sugar: 8 g · Vitamin A: 1537 IU · Vitamin C: 33 mg · Calcium: 53 mg · Iron: 2 mg