Soothing Bone Broth For Flu Weather

By Devi Poojari

Amp up your immunity in this changing of seasons with a warming cup of this nutrient-dense bone broth. Use it in khichdis, soups and stews to pack in flavour and nutrition.

INGREDIENTS

500 grams chicken wings 500 grams chicken bones 8-10 garlic cloves 1 piece fresh ginger, chopped 1 stalk celery 2-3 medium carrots, peeled and diced 2 large onions, halved with peel on 2 teaspoons turmeric powder

INGREDIENTS

12 whole black peppercorns 3 sprigs thyme 5 cardamom pods 2 bay leaves 4 cloves 1 tablespoon tomato paste 2 litres water ¼ cup apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon oil

METHOD

Heat oil in a deep pot on a high flame and brown the chicken wings and bones. Remove on to a plate and set aside.

METHOD

Lower the heat and deglaze the pan with apple cider vinegar, Scrape off the brown bits stuck to the bottom of the pan.

METHOD

Add the whole spices, garlic, onions, celery and ginger followed by the water. Bring to a boil before reducing the heat again.

METHOD

Add the browned bones and chicken wings to the liquid mixture and allow it to simmer for a minimum of 2 hours or overnight, on a low flame, with the lid on.

METHOD

Once taken off the heat and slightly cooled, strain the contents and transfer to air tight jars. Freeze for up to 30 days.

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