{"product_id":"savoies-dark-roux-for-gumbo-gravies-2-x-16-oz-jars-old-fashioned-ready-to-use","title":"SAVOIE'S Dark Roux for Gumbo \u0026 Gravies, 2 x 16 oz Jars — Old Fashioned, Ready-to-Use","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSavoie's Old Fashioned Dark Roux delivers two ready-to-use 16 oz jars of deeply browned roux to build authentic Louisiana-style gumbo, stews, gravies and sauces without starting flour and oil from scratch.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you cook Louisiana, Cajun or Creole recipes regularly, having a dependable dark roux on the pantry shelf speeds dinner and stabilizes results. This pack of two jars provides concentrated brown roux made from enriched wheat flour and vegetable oils so you can focus on stock, proteins and seasoning instead of long roux-cooking times. The jarred base is intended to be mixed into your pot as the foundation — not a finished gumbo — which gives you full control over ingredients and seasoning while preserving the deep color and toasted, nutty backbone classic to dark gumbo and brown gravies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I use this dark roux when making gumbo?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScoop the amount you need into a hot pot and use it as the flavor- and thickening-base for gumbo. For smoother integration, pre-dissolve the roux in a little cold water or broth, then add to simmering stock and stir until incorporated. Adjust quantity to control thickness and color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStart with a few tablespoons for light thickening, increase for darker color and body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDissolve in cold liquid for clump-free blending.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdd after stock is hot to prevent raw flour taste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePair with the holy trinity (onion, celery, bell pepper) and proteins like shrimp, chicken or sausage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat dishes benefit most from Savoie's dark roux?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny recipe that needs a rich, toasted base and thicker mouthfeel will benefit: seafood and chicken-and-sausage gumbos, brown gravy, smothered meats, rice dishes and hearty stews. Because this is a roux concentrate, you build the final dish with your desired meats, vegetables and seasonings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSeafood gumbo: lends deep color and savory backbone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBrown gravy and fricassee: quick thickening with roast-like notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRice and one-pot meals: adds body and toasted flavor across servings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHoliday or large-batch pots: two jars cover repeated or larger cooks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store and portion the jarred roux?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep unopened jars in the pantry at room temperature. Once opened, reseal and refrigerate to maintain freshness; use within a reasonable time per label. Portion with a spoon, measuring the roux by tablespoons to control thickness and color intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUnopened: store in a cool, dry pantry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOpened: reseal and refrigerate; use soon for best flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMeasure: tablespoons or weight for recipe consistency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo-jar pack: useful for frequent cooks or larger gatherings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Home cooks who want the authentic toasted flavor and deep color of a dark roux without the time-consuming step of browning flour and oil will appreciate these Savoie's jars. It suits busy households that prepare Cajun or Creole meals regularly, cooks tackling large pots for family dinners or holidays, and anyone who prefers to assemble their own gumbo, stews and gravies from scratch ingredients but needs a reliable roux backbone. Note: this product contains wheat and is a roux base rather than a ready-to-serve gumbo, so plan your proteins and seasonings separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey features at a glance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo 16 oz jars deliver repeat uses for family-size pots and multiple meals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePre-browned dark roux adds nutty, savory depth and thickening power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEasy to blend—can be dissolved into cold liquid before adding to hot stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMade with enriched wheat flour, vegetable oil and hydrogenated palm oil; labeled no cholesterol and 0% trans fats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Fashion Roux\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is Savoie's dark roux ready to use straight from the jar?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes — scoop and heat it into your pot. For smoother blending, dissolve in cold water or broth first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does this roux contain common allergens?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: It contains wheat. Check the label for full ingredient and allergen details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"SAVOIE'S","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46002238881875,"sku":"B017MX5U3O","price":79.92,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0732\/9949\/2947\/files\/savoies-dark-roux-front-packaging.jpg?v=1787184233","url":"https:\/\/spicestosnacks.ca\/products\/savoies-dark-roux-for-gumbo-gravies-2-x-16-oz-jars-old-fashioned-ready-to-use","provider":"Spices To Snacks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}