Comforting Turmeric Broth
Warm up with this comforting turmeric broth, perfect for cold weather. It's packed with nourishing ingredients and can be customized for various dietary preferences.
Equipment
- Large heavy bottom pot or Dutch oven
Ingredients
Broth Base
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil or ghee
- 1 onion diced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated or finely minced
- 4-5 garlic cloves grated or finely minced
- 1-2 teaspoons turmeric powder or 2-3 teaspoons fresh turmeric, finely grated
- 1/4 teaspoon mustard seed optional
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 3/4 - 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups water
- 4 cups veggie or chicken stock
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne or more to taste
- squeeze of lime juice or lemon juice to taste, or 1-2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
Soup Additions
- noodles, beans, veggies, whole grains, crispy tofu, shredded chicken, lentils, greens, rice, chickpeas
Instructions
- In a large heavy bottom pot or Dutch oven, sauté onion in 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat for about 5 minutes until fragrant and golden.
- Add ginger, garlic, and fresh turmeric, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and golden.
- Add the mustard seeds, cumin, coriander, and optional turmeric powder, and sauté for 1-2 more minutes.
- Pour in water, stock, and salt. Bring to a simmer.
- Add vinegar or citrus juice. Taste and adjust salt, lime, and spice levels according to your preference.
- Customize your soup by adding your choice of ingredients like noodles, beans, veggies, or protein. Remember to consider cooking times for each ingredient.
- Enjoy this flavorful base as is or refrigerate or freeze in batches for later use.
Notes
This turmeric broth is a great base for many types of soups. Try adding seasonal vegetables or proteins to make it a complete meal. It can be stored for later use, making it perfect for meal prep.