Gabonese-Style Coffee Gravy

Ingredients

In this adaptation, we have taken the concept of Red-Eye Gravy from South American cuisine and infused it with Gabonese flavors. While the original Red-Eye Gravy is typically made with ham drippings and black coffee, our Gabonese-Style Coffee Gravy incorporates traditional Gabonese spices to create a unique and distinct flavor profile. We alse have the original recipe for Red-Eye Gravy, so you can check it out.

• 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 cup (240ml) strong brewed coffee 1 cup (240ml) strong brewed coffee
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) soy sauce 2 tablespoons (30ml) soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon (15ml) Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) honey 1 tablespoon (15ml) honey
• Salt to taste Salt to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 80 kcal / 335 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 5g, 0.5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 8g, 3g
• Protein: 1g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
2. 2.
   Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pan and sauté until they turn golden brown.
3. 3.
   Stir in the ground ginger, ground coriander, ground black pepper, and paprika. Cook for another minute to release the flavors.
4. 4.
   Pour in the strong brewed coffee, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and honey. Stir well to combine.
5. 5.
   Reduce the heat to low and let the gravy simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
6. 6.
   Season with salt to taste.
7. 7.
   Remove from heat and strain the gravy to remove any solids.
8. 8.
   Serve the Gabonese-Style Coffee Gravy warm over your favorite dishes.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Coffee — Use a strong and bold coffee for the best flavor infusion.
• Gabonese spices — If you can't find specific Gabonese spices, you can substitute with a blend of African spices like cayenne pepper, cloves, and cinnamon.

Tips & Tricks

• Adjust the amount of spices according to your taste preferences.
• For a thicker gravy, you can mix a small amount of cornstarch with water and add it to the simmering gravy.
• Experiment with different types of coffee to find your preferred flavor profile.

Serving advice

Serve the Gabonese-Style Coffee Gravy over roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or steamed rice for a delicious Gabonese culinary experience.

Presentation advice

Drizzle the Gabonese-Style Coffee Gravy over your dish in an artistic manner, or serve it in a small gravy boat for guests to pour over their own plates.