Homemade Broth
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 mins
- Yield: 2
Description
The homemade version of broth always beats the store bought kind both in flavor and nutrition.
Ingredients
Units
- 2 lb (900 g) dark chicken meat or 2 lb (900 g) beef with bones
- 1 large onion, coarsely sliced
- 1 celery rib, coarsely sliced
- 1 large carrot, coarsely sliced
- 1 medium garlic
- 1 small ginger, 2 inches, sliced
- 2 bay leaves
- 15-20 peppercorns
- 2 quarts (1.9 L) water
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a stockpot or pressure cooker. Cook on high heat until bubbles break through surface.
- Reduce heat to medium. Cover and simmer for approximately 2 hours.
- Add water to ensure vegetables and chicken/beef are submerged.
- Strain broth through a strainer.
Notes
- Remove chicken/beef if you want a vegetarian version.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Soup
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this broth vegetarian?
Yes — simply remove the chicken or beef and cook the remaining vegetables (onion, celery, carrot, garlic, ginger, bay leaves, peppercorns) in 2 quarts of water for a vegetarian broth.
Can I use a pressure cooker instead of a regular pot?
Yes — both a stockpot and a pressure cooker work. Bring the mixture to high heat until bubbles break through the surface, then reduce to medium and simmer covered for approximately 2 hours either way.
