KFC-Style Gravy

Ingredients :

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt (plus more to taste)
• 2 cups chicken broth (preferably low sodium)
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 teaspoon beef bouillon granules

Instructions : 

1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
2. Once melted and slightly bubbling, whisk in the flour. Stir continuously for 2–3 minutes until the mixture becomes golden brown and smells slightly nutty.
3. Add the onion powder, white pepper, and sea salt. Stir for another 30 seconds to let the spices infuse the roux.
4. Slowly pour in the chicken broth while whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
5. Then add the water and whisk again to combine everything smoothly.
6. Stir in the beef bouillon granules until fully dissolved. Let the gravy simmer for 4–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens to your desired consistency.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If it thickens too much, you can thin it with a little extra broth or water.
   Serve warm over mashed potatoes, chicken, fries, or biscuits.