Description
A comforting, non-pork version of Southern Biscuits and Gravy using halal ground beef instead of sausage. Fluffy buttermilk biscuits paired with a rich, savory gravy, perfect for a hearty breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
3/4 cup cold buttermilk
1 pound halal ground beef (not pork), casings removed
3 tablespoons unsalted butter (for gravy)
3/4 cup all-purpose flour (for gravy)
3 cups whole milk
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon black pepper, plus extra to taste
1/2 teaspoon salt (for gravy)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C)
In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, baking powder, and 1 teaspoon salt
Add cubed cold butter, using a pastry cutter or fork to blend until mixture resembles coarse crumbs
Gradually stir in buttermilk until dough forms (do not overmix)
Turn dough onto a floured surface and gently shape into a round disk
Cut into 8 wedges using a knife or biscuit cutter
Place biscuits on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden
While biscuits bake, cook ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned and drained
Add 3 tablespoons butter to same skillet, sauté onion and garlic until softened
Stir in 3/4 cup flour to create a roux, cooking 1-2 minutes
Gradually whisk in milk while continuously stirring to prevent lumps
Season with thyme, black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and cook until thickened
Serve hot biscuits with warm gravy
Notes
Use buttermilk for maximum tenderness and acidity balance
Do not overwork dough to maintain fluffiness
Gravy can be made with plant-based milk for vegan adaptation
Store leftovers refrigerated for 3-4 days
Add chopped green onions or parsley to gravy for extra flavor
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit with 1/4 cup gravy
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg