Rice Free Herb & Ginger Sipping Bone Broth

Total time4 hr 45 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time4 hr

4.7

(26)

Rice Free Herb & Ginger Sipping Bone Broth

Warm, deeply golden, and fragrant with ginger, turmeric, and fresh herbs, this sipping broth is the kind of thing that makes you feel better just holding the mug. It starts with a classic blanching step to clean the bones, then a long, lazy simmer that coaxes out every bit of richness and mineral depth. Apple cider vinegar is added early to help draw those nutrients from the bones before the heat even kicks in — a small step that makes a real difference. Fresh rosemary, thyme, parsley, and bay leaves layer in an herbal complexity that store-bought cartons simply can't match. Since every ingredient here is naturally grain-free and built around whole vegetables, aromatics, and bones, there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out — it just works. A squeeze of lemon and a scatter of fresh chives at the end brighten the whole thing and make it feel a little more intentional, whether you're sipping it as a morning ritual or winding down after a long day.

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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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