Coconut Free Herb & Ginger Sipping Bone Broth

Total time4 hr 45 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time4 hr

4.7

(26)

Coconut Free Herb & Ginger Sipping Bone Broth

Warming, deeply savory, and packed with the kind of slow-cooked richness that only comes from hours on the stove, this sipping broth is the ultimate cozy ritual in a mug. Fresh ginger and turmeric give it a gentle, aromatic heat, while rosemary, thyme, and parsley layer in an herbal complexity that makes every sip feel intentional. A splash of apple cider vinegar is added during the soak phase to help draw minerals from the bones before the heat even kicks in — a small step that makes a real difference in depth and nutrition. The low, patient simmer keeps the broth clear and golden rather than cloudy, so what ends up in your mug looks as good as it tastes. For anyone navigating a coconut-free lifestyle, this recipe is completely straightforward — every ingredient is a whole food or pantry staple with no hidden tropical oils or derivatives to worry about. Finish it with a squeeze of lemon and a scatter of fresh chives for a little brightness, or sip it plain straight from the mug when you need something grounding and restorative.

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Ingredients

4 servings

2 lb beef bones (knuckle, marrow, or neck bones)
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
10 cups cold water
3 medium carrots, roughly chopped
3 stalks celery, roughly chopped
1 medium yellow onion, quartered
6 cloves garlic, smashed
1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger, sliced
1 (1-inch) piece fresh turmeric, sliced, or 1 tsp ground turmeric
4 sprigs fresh thyme
4 sprigs fresh rosemary
½ bunch fresh parsley (stems and leaves)
2 bay leaves
1 tsp sea salt, plus more to taste

For serving

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (optional)
1 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced (optional)

Instructions

1
Place the beef bones in the stockpot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then drain and rinse the bones under cold running water to remove any grey foam or impurities. Rinse the pot as well.
2
Return the cleaned bones to the pot. Add the apple cider vinegar and 10 cups cold water. Let the bones soak for 20 minutes — this helps draw minerals from the bones before heat is applied.

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