Also asked as: “Are gravy granules halal?” · “Is Bisto halal?” · “Is beef gravy halal?”
Homemade gravy
Gravy from the meat tin carries whatever the meat is. Use juices from halal meat, or vegetable stock.
Gravy granules and pots
Look for animal fat, beef or chicken extract, and wine. A vegetarian label rules out meat but not alcohol: see stock and bone broth.
Gravy granules and stock
Gravy granules and cubes are made from flour, starch, fat, salt and flavours. Many are suitable for vegetarians, others contain beef fat or meat extract. Bisto's product range includes vegetarian options.
Gravy at restaurants may include wine, and pan juices carry whatever the meat is. Ask whether the gravy is vegetarian.
Written and checked by
Hafiz Nasir Mehmood
Quran HafizIslamic researcher