Sweet Potato Gravy Recipe

This Sweet Potato Gravy recipe is a game-changer! Elevate your Thanksgiving or any weeknight meal with this creamy, subtly spicy, and irresistibly sweet gravy. Made with roasted sweet potatoes, pecans, and a hint of cayenne, it's the perfect blend of savory and sweet flavors. Easy to make in just 15 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 160.7 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Sweet Potato Gravy

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How to Make Sweet Potato Gravy

  1. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook, stirring constantly, until a dark brown roux forms (about 3-5 minutes).
  2. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes, or until softened and wilted.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, toasted pecans, and 2 cups of water.
  4. Season generously with salt and cayenne pepper to taste.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
  6. Add the cooked, cubed sweet potatoes. Using an immersion blender or carefully transferring to a regular blender, blend until the sauce is completely smooth and creamy.
  7. Stir in the cane syrup and taste, adjusting seasonings as needed.
  8. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately over your favorite dish (mashed potatoes, biscuits, etc.)

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

3g

Carbs

7g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sweet Potato Gravy?

Sweet Potato Gravy takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sweet Potato Gravy?

Sweet Potato Gravy has approximately 160.7 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sweet Potato Gravy?

The key ingredients for Sweet Potato Gravy are Flour, Onions, Garlic, Pecan Pieces, Water, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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