Low Sugar Turmeric-Ginger Vegetable Broth
This golden, aromatic broth is the kind of thing you'll want to keep stocked in your fridge at all times — deeply savory, warmly spiced, and genuinely nourishing. Fresh turmeric root and ginger simmer alongside cinnamon, cumin, and black peppercorns to build a flavor that's complex and almost medicinal in the best possible way. Every single ingredient here is exactly what it sounds like, which means no hidden sweeteners or sneaky additives that so often show up in store-bought broths. A splash of apple cider vinegar brightens the whole pot and helps coax every bit of flavor out of the vegetables before you strain them away. The result is a rich, jewel-toned liquid that works beautifully as a sipping broth, a soup base, or a flavorful substitute anywhere you'd reach for stock. It's one of those recipes that makes your kitchen smell incredible and your body feel taken care of — all without a single gram of added sugar in sight.
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6 servings
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, roughly chopped
- 4 medium carrots, roughly chopped
- 4 stalks celery, roughly chopped
- 6 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 (3-inch) piece fresh turmeric root, thinly sliced (or 2 tsp ground turmeric)
- 1 (3-inch) piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp black peppercorns
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- 1 bunch fresh flat-leaf parsley (stems and leaves)
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 10 cups cold water
- 1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onion, carrots, and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and the onion is translucent, about 8–10 minutes.
- 2
Add the garlic, turmeric, ginger, black peppercorns, cinnamon, cumin, and cayenne (if using) and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1–2 minutes. Watch closely so the spices and garlic do not scorch.
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