A comforting bone broth soup with refreshing cardamom and warming ginger. Supports digestion, improves circulation in bodies chilled by air conditioning, and adds anti-inflammatory ingredients. Quick to make, perfect for a morning drink or a relaxing evening.
About This Recipe
When the humid rainy season or summer fatigue makes you lose your appetite, I wanted a soup that is gentle on digestion and helps regulate the body. Bone broth is rich in collagen and minerals, so much so that it's called a 'natural supplement,' and its ease of daily incorporation is appealing. We've created a soup that can be drunk as is, with the refreshing aroma of cardamom and the warming effect of ginger. It's recommended as a morning pick-me-up, for those who want to warm up a body chilled by air conditioning, or for those with weak digestion. When I actually made it, the aroma of cardamom spread gently, and it was easier to drink than I expecte d, becoming a comforting taste.Ingredients (Serves 2)
- Bone broth (chicken or beef) 1.5 cups (approx. 360ml)
- Grated ginger 1 tsp (approx. 5g)
- Cardamom (powder or crushed whole) 1/4 tsp
- Turmeric (powder) 1/4 tsp
- Rosemary 1 sprig (or dried 1/2 tsp)
- Lemon juice 1/4 tsp (optional)
- Salt a pinch (adjust to taste)
- Black pepper (for finishing) a pinch (optional, enhances turmeric absorption)
- (Optional) Toppings such as green onions, cilantro, a little sesame oil
Instructions
- Place bone broth in a pot and warm over medium heat. Be careful not to boil, aiming for small bubbles to gently simmer.
- Add ginger, cardamom, turmeric, and rosemary, then reduce to low heat and let the aromas develop for 3-5 minutes. If using whole cardamom, lightly crush it to release the fragrance more easily.
- Taste and adjust with salt (use less if the bone broth is already salty).
- Remove from heat, add lemon juice, and pour into a bowl. Finish with freshly ground black pepper, green onions, and cilantro as desired.
- To store, let it cool, then refrigerate for 2-3 days or freeze for about a month. When reheating, warm slowly without boiling to preserve the flavor.
Nutritional & Health Benefits
Bone broth contains amino acids like collagen and glycine, and minerals such as calcium and magnesium, which help support gut health, joints, and skin hydration. Ginger promotes blood circulation, aids digestion, and has anti-inflammatory effects, warming bodies chilled by air conditioning. Cardamom is a herb that soothes stomach discomfort, and its refreshing aroma stimulates appetite. Turmeric's curcumin is expected to have anti-inflammatory effects (absorption is enhanced when taken with black pepper). However, commercially available broths can be high in sodium, so be mindful of sa lt intake.Arrangement Tips
- For a spicier kick, add a drop of chili oil or sesame oil at the end to enhance the flavor.
- If you want more volume, add shredded steamed chicken breast or chopped mushrooms to make it heartier.
- Using beef bone broth or fish stock will change the flavor, and you can enjoy spices that complement each (such as thyme, fennel).
- For vegetarians, you can create a similar flavor by using kombu and dried shiitake mu shrooms for umami instead of bones, and arranging with the same spices.
- When you're busy, it's recommended to make a large batch of bone broth, freeze it, and then just add spices and warm it up when you want to drink it.