Mustard Free Ginger-Garlic Beef Bone Broth Tonic
Warm, deeply savory, and quietly restorative, this simmered tonic is the kind of thing you'll want to curl up with on a cold morning or a slow afternoon. Fresh ginger and smashed garlic steep right into rich beef bone broth, releasing their bold, aromatic heat while ground turmeric adds an earthy golden glow. A splash of apple cider vinegar brightens the whole thing at the end, and a touch of honey or a curl of lemon zest can round out the flavor if you're in the mood for something a little more complex. Because mustard has a sneaky way of showing up in packaged broths, spice blends, and even wellness drinks, making this one from scratch with whole, straightforward ingredients keeps everything clean and worry-free. Every component here is exactly what it looks like — no hidden seasonings, no blended spice mixes that might carry unwanted extras. Strain it through a fine-mesh sieve, pour it into your favorite mug, and sip it just like that.
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2 servings
- 2 cups beef bone broth
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, smashed
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, or to taste
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
- 1 strip lemon zest, about 2 inches long (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the beef bone broth, ginger, garlic, and turmeric in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 12 minutes, until the broth is fragrant and the ginger and garlic have softened.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the apple cider vinegar and honey, if using. Taste and adjust salt as needed.
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