Add the miso, tamari, and a splash of the vegetable stock to a bowl and mix well. Set aside.
4 teaspoons light miso, 1 tablespoon Tamari, 1 cup good quality vegetable stock
Melt the butter over medium heat in a small saucepan. Once it's melted, whisk in the flour. Once this mixture starts bubbling, add the garlic. Cook for another minute, stirring constantly.
2 tablespoons vegan butter, 2 tablespoons flour, 1 small clove garlic
Slowly add the vegetable stock, stirring constantly. Simmer the gravy until thickened, another minute or two.
1 cup good quality vegetable stock
Once the gravy has thickened, remove it from the heat. Stir in the miso mixture and pepper. Taste the gravy and season if needed. Serve immediately.
Pinch of black pepper