Paleo Ginger-Turmeric Healing Broth

Total time2 hr

Prep time15 min

Cook time1 hr 45 min

5.0

(17)

There is something deeply comforting about a pot of golden broth simmering on the stove, and this one earns its place in any regular rotation. Bone-in chicken pieces, fresh ginger, and vibrant turmeric come together in a long, slow simmer that coaxes out rich flavor and a stunning deep-gold color. A splash of apple cider vinegar helps draw minerals from the bones, while carrots, parsnips, thyme, and parsley round out the broth with earthy sweetness and herbal depth — all completely whole-food, grain-free ingredients that fit naturally into an ancestral way of eating. The result is a clean, nourishing liquid that feels restorative without relying on any packaged stock or store-bought shortcuts that might sneak in additives or off-limits ingredients. Once strained, you can stir the shredded chicken back in for a hearty bowl or keep the broth pure and sip it straight. Either way, a garnish of fresh flat-leaf parsley brightens every serving and makes it feel just a little more special.

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Ingredients

4 servings

2 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces (thighs or drumsticks), fresh
8 cups cold water
2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
1-inch piece fresh turmeric, peeled and thinly sliced (or 1 tsp ground turmeric)
2 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 medium parsnips, cut into 2-inch pieces
3 sprigs fresh thyme
3 sprigs fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

For serving

2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Place the chicken pieces in a large 6-quart pot and cover with 8 cups of cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then immediately reduce the heat to medium-low and skim off any gray foam that rises to the surface during the first 5–10 minutes.
2
Add the ginger, turmeric, carrots, parsnips, thyme sprigs, parsley sprigs, salt, and apple cider vinegar to the pot. Stir briefly to distribute.

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