Vegan Turmeric-Ginger Vegetable Broth

Total time1 hr 40 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time1 hr 15 min

4.5

(18)

This golden broth is the kind of thing that makes your whole kitchen smell incredible — warm, earthy, and deeply aromatic from the moment the spices hit the pan. Fresh turmeric root and ginger are the real stars here, lending a vibrant color and a gentle heat that store-bought broths simply can't replicate. Sautéing the onion, carrots, and celery before adding the liquid builds a savory backbone, while cinnamon, cumin, and black peppercorns layer in a subtle complexity that feels almost medicinal in the best way. A splash of apple cider vinegar at the end brightens everything up and helps draw out the full depth of flavor from the vegetables. Every single ingredient in this recipe is plant-based, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden animal products sneaking in. Use it as a base for soups, grains, or noodle bowls, or sip it straight from a mug on a cold afternoon — it's that good on its own.

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Ingredients

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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