How to Make Onion Gravy for British Bangers and Mash - A Step-by-Step Guide

British Bangers and Mash is a classic comfort food that has been enjoyed for generations in the United Kingdom. This hearty dish consists of sausages (bangers) served with creamy mashed potatoes (mash) and smothered in rich onion gravy. The combination of flavors and textures makes it the ultimate comfort food that is perfect for a cozy night in.

One of the key components of this dish is the onion gravy, which adds a savory and slightly sweet flavor to the bangers and mash. The gravy ...

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Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • 3 medium onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken stock
  • ½ cup red wine
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 4

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Melt butter in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until softened, about 10 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to low; cover, and cook until onions are caramelized, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes.
  • Stir in flour until well mixed.
  • Stir in chicken stock, red wine, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce; simmer until sauce is thickened, stirring frequently, about 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Nutrition

    226 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 46mg
    • Sodium: 514mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 31mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 180mg