A warm and comforting broth-based soup infused with ginger and spices, perfect for chilly days or as a nourishing meal.
Prep Time 10 minutesminutes
Cook Time 15 minutesminutes
Total Time 25 minutesminutes
Serving Size 4servings
Ingredients
Soup Base
1-2tablespoonsolive oil (or ghee)
1mediumonion, diced
1tablespoonfresh ginger, grated or finely minced
4-5clovesgarlic, grated or finely minced
1-2teaspoonsturmeric powder (or 2-3 teaspoons fresh turmeric, finely grated)can be a mix of both
¼teaspoonmustard seedoptional
1teaspooncumin
1teaspooncoriander
¾-1teaspoonsalt
4cupswater
4cupsveggie or chicken stock
¼teaspooncayenneor more to taste
1-2teaspoonsapple cider vinegar or lime/lemon juiceto taste
Instructions
Preparation
In a large heavy-bottom pot or Dutch oven, sauté the onion in 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat for about 5 minutes until fragrant and golden.
Add the ginger, garlic, and fresh turmeric, then sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and golden.
Incorporate the mustard seeds, cumin, coriander, and optional turmeric powder, sautéing for another 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.
Pour in the water and stock, then add the salt. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Add vinegar or citrus juice. Taste and adjust the salt and spice levels to your liking.
Notes
Fresh ingredients make a significant difference; use fresh ginger and turmeric if possible. For a protein boost, consider adding cooked chicken, tofu, or beans. You can refrigerate the soup for up to 4 days or freeze it for up to 3 months.