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Vegan "Beef" Broth Powder and Seasoning
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Vegan "Beef" Broth Powder and Seasoning

This vegan broth powder blends shiitake mushroom powder, nutritional yeast, and a balanced mix of garlic, onion, smoked paprika, and herbs to create a versatile seasoning. Intended as a flavorful base for plant-based broths, it offers a rich umami depth without animal products. The powder can be adjusted for saltiness depending on dietary needs and used with additional ingredients like soy sauce or miso for enhanced flavor.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 19 kcal
Course: Soup, Condiments
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup shiitake mushroom powder
  • ¼ cup nutritional yeast Any type is okay, but I highly recommend the non-fortified one by Sari.
  • 1 to 1 ¼ teaspoons salt Adjust to suit the intended use and/or your dietary needs. See Notes, fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper Adjust to taste, freshly ground
  • ⅛ teaspoon oregano dried
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger

Instructions

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  1. If the nutritional yeast you're using contains large flakes you may want to pulse it in a blender a few times for a more powdered texture (optional). Starting with the lesser amount of salt, combine all ingredients in a bowl or lidded jar, and whisk to combine. Taste a pinch and add more salt if desired.
  2. Always stir before using so the flavors are well combined. To make broth, use 2 to 3 teaspoons powder per 1 cup of hot water (depends on how strong you want the broth to be; start with lesser amount). Tip: when preparing broth you can also incorporate a splash of soy sauce or a spoonful of miso for even more saltiness and umami richness.Refer to the post above for more ideas and ways to use your homemade beef-less seasoning.

Notes

  • You can reduce or omit the sea salt in the powder if you prefer less sodium and add salty elements like miso or soy sauce when preparing broth.
  • Keep the powder stored in a cool place, ideally in the refrigerator or freezer, to maintain freshness longer.
  • The shelf life corresponds to the freshness of its main dried ingredients, mushroom powder and nutritional yeast, so check their dates.

Nutrition Information

Serving 2teaspoons Calories 19kcal (1%) Fat 0g (0%) Cholesterol 0mg (0%) Sodium 355mg (15%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 19

% Daily Value*

Serving 2teaspoons
Calories 19kcal 1%
Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 355mg 15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.