Meaty Gravy

This meaty gravy is filled with savory flavors that go perfectly with mashed potatoes. This easy is perfect for simple dinner.

I am pretty sure every Russian or Ukrainian grew up having podliva (gravy) on a regular basis. Our favorite was always with mashed potatoes and kotleti (meatballs). Though I prefer the Chicken and Mushroom gravy (cause I have a terrible love for mushrooms) but this simple gravy is a really nice because it’s really quick to make and the flavor is wow!.

When I make this gravy and we will not be having any other meat, I like to make thin strips like I have here in the pictures. My hubby has his “meat” and we just enjoy it with mashed potatoes and salad. If there is other meat then I cube the meat into small pieces so it’s not so chunky. This gravy can also be enjoyed with rice, buckwheat or even pasta.

Note: If you like your gravy “really” thick, add another tablespoon of flour.

Ingredients:

1 ½ lbs pork meat

1 med/large onion

2 Tbsp oil (I use olive oil)

3 cups hot water

3/4 cup ketchup

1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

2 Tbsp flour

¼ tsp pepper

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp Vegeta seasoning (or Lawry’s seasoning, or your favorite seasoning)

Directions:

Cut meat into thin, small strips. Chop onion into small pieces.

Use a deep pan and heat oil on med/high heat. Once the oil is hot, add meat strips. Cook 10 minutes, mixing frequently. (If you heat is rather low, cook on high heat. The meat should have a nice golden finish to it).

Add the chopped onions, salt and pepper; turn heat down to medium and cook five minutes (or until onions are tender).

Add the 3 cups water and mix. Cook on med/high heat about 10 minutes (or until meat is tender).

In a bowl combine ketchup, heavy whipping cream, flour, salt, pepper and seasoning.

Add ketchup mixture to pan and mix. Turn heat down to low and let the gravy simmer for about 5 minutes.

Easy, peasy and really yummers.

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Meaty Gravy

Meat gravy with water, ketchup, heavy whipping cream, sauteed meat and onions with seasoning.

Prep Time5 mins

Cook Time30 mins

Total Time35 mins

Course: Sides

Cuisine: American

Keyword: gravy

Servings: 8 -10 servings

Calories: 343kcal

Ingredients

• 1 ½ lbs pork meat
• 1 med/large onion
• 2 Tbsp oil ( I use olive oil)
• 3 cups hot water
• 3/4 cup ketchup
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 Tbsp flour
• ¼ tsp pepper
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp Vegeta seasoning, or Lawry’s seasoning, or your favorite seasoning

Instructions

• Cut meat into thin, small strips. Chop onion into small pieces.
• Use a deep pan and heat oil on med/high heat. Once oil is hot, add meat strips. Cook 10 minutes, mixing frequently. (If you heat is rather low, cook on high heat. The meat should have a nice golden finish to it).
• Add the chopped onions, turn heat down to medium and cook five minutes (or until onions are tender).
• Add the 3 cups water and mix. Cook on med/high heat about 10 minutes (or until meat is tender).
• In a bowl combine ketchup, heavy whipping cream, flour, salt, pepper and seasoning.
• Add ketchup mixture to pan and mix. Turn heat down to low and let gravy simmer for about 5 minutes. Easy, peasy and really yummers.

Nutrition Facts

Meaty Gravy

Amount Per Serving

Calories 343 Calories from Fat 243

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 27g 42%

Saturated Fat 10g 50%

Cholesterol 81mg 27%

Sodium 443mg 18%

Potassium 346mg 10%

Total Carbohydrates 9g 3%

Dietary Fiber 0g 0%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g 30%

Vitamin A 6.7%

Vitamin C 3.1%

Calcium 3.1%

Iron 5.3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.