Turkey Giblet Gravy Recipe

Elevate your Canadian Thanksgiving feast with this classic, family-favorite Turkey Giblet Gravy recipe! This recipe delivers a luxuriously thick gravy, ideal for generously drenching mashed potatoes. Leftovers are perfect for transforming into a comforting turkey shepherd's pie, freezable for future enjoyment. Add mashed potatoes upon defrosting and reheating for a complete meal.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 195 mins
Calories 37.8 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 4.7 (29 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Turkey Giblet Gravy

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How to Make Turkey Giblet Gravy

  1. Rinse the turkey giblets thoroughly and chop them roughly.
  2. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the giblets to the saucepan and cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned.
  4. Sprinkle flour over the giblets and onions, stirring constantly for 1 minute to create a roux.
  5. Gradually whisk in the turkey or chicken broth, ensuring no lumps form. Bring to a simmer.
  6. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the gravy has thickened to your desired consistency. Stir occasionally.
  7. Season with salt, pepper, sage, and thyme. Stir in heavy cream (optional) during the last few minutes of simmering.
  8. Strain the gravy through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any giblet pieces if desired. For a smoother gravy, use an immersion blender to puree.
  9. Serve hot over mashed potatoes. Leftover gravy can be used in a turkey shepherd's pie (recipe available online!).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

0g

Carbs

2g