Paraben Free Turmeric-Ginger Vegetable Broth
Warm, deeply golden, and fragrant with earthy spices, this vegetable broth is the kind of thing you'll want to keep stocked in your fridge at all times. Fresh turmeric root and ginger are the stars here, simmered low and slow alongside carrots, celery, onion, and a handful of warming spices until the liquid turns a rich, jewel-toned amber. A splash of apple cider vinegar at the start helps draw out every bit of flavor from the vegetables, and the result is something far more complex than anything you'd find in a carton at the store. For anyone navigating paraben sensitivities, packaged broths and stocks can be a minefield of preservatives and synthetic additives — this recipe sidesteps all of that by relying entirely on whole, fresh ingredients you can see and recognize. Every component is straightforward and clean, from the smashed garlic to the fresh parsley stems, so you know exactly what's going into your bowl. It works beautifully as a sipping broth on its own, and it's equally at home as the base for soups, grains, or any dish that benefits from a deeply savory, spiced foundation. Make a big batch, cool it quickly, and you'll have a versatile kitchen staple ready to go all week long.
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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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