Best Bone Broth Recipe: Homemade Cold Remedy
It's the most delicious way to show that winter cold who's boss
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We all know that winter cold feeling—the one that Spice Spice Baby author Kanchan Koya likens to "when you feel like you've been run over by a truck from a viral or bacterial infection." In her cookbook, Koya, a Harvard-trained molecular biologist, uses science to prove the health benefit of 15 spices. The star anise, turmeric, ginger, lemongrass, black pepper and bay leaf in this bone broth pack a giant antiviral punch, ready to nurse you back to top health in no time at all.
Recipe adapted from Spice Spice Baby by Kanchan Koya
Immunity Boosting Broth
The star anise, turmeric, ginger, lemongrass, black pepper and bay leaf in this bone broth recipe are perfect for fighting the flu or a winter cold.
Prep Time
15
minutes
Cook Time
6
hours
Servings
4
to 6 servings
Total time: 6 hours, 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 pound bone-in chicken such as drumsticks, thighs, or wings
- 2 leeks, white and light green parts, roughly chopped
- 2 carrots, peeled and roughly chopped
- 1 onion, peeled and roughly chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, halved
- 1 lemongrass bulb, crushed to expose the soft interior
- ½-inch piece ginger, peeled and chopped
- 1-inch piece fresh turmeric root, peeled and chopped
- 4 to 6 black peppercorns
- 2 star anise pods
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 liters water
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (to help extract nutrients from the bones)
- Salt
Optional Ingredients
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Directions
- Place all the ingredients (except the fresh cilantro) in a large pot and bring to a boil. Skim off any foam that may arise. Reduce the heat to a low simmer and cook the broth with the lid on for 3 to 6 hours.
- Strain the broth and serve hot with a garnish of freshly chopped cilantro. Store it in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer use.
Nutrition
| Calories per Serving | 8 |
| Total Fat | 0.5 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g |
| Trans Fat | 0.0 g |
| Cholesterol | 3.0 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 0.4 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | 59.9 mg |
| Protein | 0.5 g |
The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
