How to make a dark Roux - Dark Roux recipe

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Whole wheat flour is more nutritious, while cornstarch is a budget-friendly thickening alternative.

fat

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option, while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

Heat 2 cups of oil in a heavy-bottomed pan until hot.

Add flour to the hot oil about half a cup at a time, whisking to break up clumps.

Continue to add flour until a total of 4 cups is mixed in with the oil.

Stir continuously to prevent burning, using a wooden spoon after a while.

Cook the roux for about 30 minutes, stirring until it reaches the desired dark color.

Remove from heat and let cool before storing in an airtight container.

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