Vegan Sausage Gravy

Name: Vegan Sausage Gravy
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 3 tbsp avocado oil; 8 oz tempeh, (crumbled); 1 tsp ground sage; 1/2 tsp sea salt; 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 1/4 tsp garlic powder; 1/4 tsp onion powder; 1/4 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour; 2 1/2 cups unsweetened plain almond milk

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This vegan sausage gravy is ready in 15 minutes with just a few ingredients. Creamy and hearty, it’s perfect over biscuits, mashed potatoes, and more!

Ah, biscuits and gravy. It’s such a simple dish, but it’s the ultimate comfort food breakfast.

And if you’re on a vegan diet, no worries! You can still enjoy the rich, creamy sausage gravy using tempeh and unsweetened almond milk.

Go beyond biscuits and bookmark our vegan mashed potatoes and tofu scramble! You are going to want to top almost everything with this meat-free and dairy-free sausage gravy.

Why You’ll Love This Vegan Sausage Gravy Recipe

This vegan gravy only needs a few simple ingredients and is ready in 15 minutes!
This vegan sausage gravy is so rich and savory that it’s hard to believe it’s made without dairy or meat!
Don’t feel limited with sausage gravy and biscuits. Use this versatile sauce to elevate your breakfast, lunch, or dinner instantly.

Ingredients And Substitutions

Avocado oil – For cooking the tempeh. If you only have olive oil, that will also work.

Tempeh – Our plant-based sausage. Scroll down for more tempeh sausage alternatives.

Ground sage – Rosemary and thyme are other delicious herbs you can add to this vegan sausage gravy.

Sea salt and black pepper – Don’t forget to add salt and pepper to round out the flavors of the sausage gravy.

Red pepper flakes – Add as much as you want! This rich gravy tastes amazing with some kick to it.

Garlic powder and onion powder – The seasonings to add are up to you. Try the creamy, dairy-free sausage gravy with nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.

Gluten-free all-purpose flour – To thicken the sausage gravy.

Unsweetened plain almond milk – Any plant-based milk will work. Cashew milk lends a nice creaminess to the gravy.

Tips For Making This Recipe

Make Vegan Biscuits from Scratch

Make vegan biscuits with just five ingredients! Mix 2 cups of whole wheat flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda. Then, pulverize 2/3 cup of cashews with 1 cup of water and stir this mixture into the dry ingredients. Portion and shape the biscuits onto a lined baking tray and bake for 10 minutes.

Serving Suggestions

Vegan sausage gravy over biscuits is comfort food at its finest. But if you don’t feel like making vegan biscuits, try this creamy gravy with toast, waffles, grits, or muffins.

Storage Tips

For make-ahead or leftovers, store the cooled vegan sausage gravy in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat over medium-low heat, stirring a bit of plant-based milk to reach your desired consistency.

Vegan Gravy Recipe FAQs

How to fix gravy that is too thick?

If your vegan sausage gravy ends up too thick, stir in a few tablespoons of warm water to thin it out. Don’t forget to taste and adjust the seasonings as needed after adding water!

What can I use to thicken my sausage gravy?

This sausage gravy will thicken as it sits, so give it some time before serving. You can also simmer it for longer or add more flour.

What can I replace tempeh with?

Besides tempeh, you can make a meat-free sausage mixture with TVP, vegan meat crumbles, chopped cauliflower, mushrooms, and walnuts!

Which of the non-dairy milks is best for vegan gravy?

We used almond milk, but if you want a nice, thick gravy, use cashew milk. Oat milk or soy milk can also substitute for cashew or almond milk.

Can you freeze vegan sausage gravy?

Yes. After cooling, transfer the gravy to a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat over medium heat, adding water or non-dairy milk to adjust its consistency.

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