The Botanical Kitchen
Dandelion Root Mushroom Gravy
Makes about 2 cups
A rich, earthy gravy built on a dandelion root infusion and browned cremini mushrooms — perfect over mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or biscuits.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Tea & Turmeric Dandelion Root
- 2 cups water
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 small shallot, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp sea salt, or to taste
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine the dandelion root and water. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Strain, pressing gently on the root to extract all of the flavorful liquid. Set the infusion aside.
- Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and begin to brown, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Add the shallot and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic and thyme and cook for 30 seconds.
- Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and stir continuously for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in the warm dandelion root infusion, followed by the Worcestershire sauce. Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy thickens.
- Season with the salt and pepper to taste.