Vegan Bechamel Sauce (White Sauce)
Equipment
- Medium-sized saucepan
- Whisk
- Small bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 2 cups Soy milk
- 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 1/4 cup Rice flour
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Vegan butter
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
Instructions
- In a medium-sized pot, place the vegan butter, and let it melt over medium-low heat. Once it's melted, incorporate the rice flour, ensuring a thorough blend.
- Next, introduce the soy milk, along with nutmeg, salt, and sugar, to the mixture.
- Continue whisking the mixture over medium heat until it begins to thicken, which should take about 5 minutes. Make sure to whisk constantly to prevent any lumps from forming.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer the sauce for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cooks.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat, and taste the sauce. Add salt according to your preference, and whisk it in until well incorporated.
- Allow the Vegan Béchamel Sauce to cool for a few minutes before using it. It will thicken further as it cools.
- Once cooled, the sauce is ready to be used in your favorite recipes. It's a versatile sauce that can be used in lasagnas, gratins, pasta dishes, and more.
Notes
If the sauce becomes too thick, you can add a little more soy milk to thin it out. Similarly, if it's too thin, you can return it to the heat and cook for a few more minutes to thicken it further.
