Vegetarian Chicken Stock
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Vegetarian Chicken Stock
Description
Vegetarian Chicken Stock combines a variety of aromatic vegetables and herbs simmered slowly to develop a layered flavor. The mix of onion, carrot, celery, leek, and garlic forms a classic vegetable base. Adding thyme, parsley, bay leaf, and whole peppercorns enhances the broth's complexity. Ground turmeric and smoked paprika stirred in after simmering introduce gentle spice notes and a golden hue, distinguishing it from plain vegetable stock. Straining the broth and pressing the solids maximizes flavor extraction.
The stock has a clear, richly seasoned yet delicate profile suitable as a foundation for soups, stews, risottos, or sauces that benefit from a deeper broth. It can be salted to taste either before use or as desired during cooking. Cooling the stock before straining helps maintain clarity and handling ease.
This preparation can be stored chilled or frozen for future use, providing a ready-made flavorful liquid for various vegetarian or vegan dishes.
Ingredients
- 1 onion quartered, large
- 4 carrot trimmed and cut into large pieces, large
- 4 celery ribs trimmed and cut into large pieces
- 2 leek white and pale green parts only, halved and rinsed well
- 2 cloves garlic smashed
- 8 thyme sprigs
- 8 parsley sprigs
- 1 bay leaf
- 5 black peppercorns whole
- 18 cups water
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric ground
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- salt to make broth, to taste
Instructions
- Combine all of the ingredients through the water in a large stockpot over high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer for 2 hours, then stir in the turmeric and paprika. Let the stock cool.
- Once cooled, set a fine mesh strainer over a large bowl or a second stockpot. Pour the stock through the strainer, then use the back of a wooden spoon to mash the vegetables to release as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids. If you're making broth, add salt to taste. Use the stock immediately or freeze in airtight plastic containers or freezer bags.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 2quarts
Amount Per Serving
Calories 289 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 289kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 67g | 22% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 443mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 1524mg | 32% |
| Fiber | 15g | 60% |
| Sugar | 24g | 48% |
| Vitamin A | 45852IU | 917% |
| Vitamin C | 70mg | 78% |
| Calcium | 411mg | 41% |
| Iron | 8mg | 44% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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