Nutritionist Shares Vegan Bone Broth Recipe For Gut Health
Vegan bone broth: Ingredients
Rashi Chowdhary has shared her go-to vegan bone broth recipe, and it is as simple as it is nourishing. Here are the ingredients:
4-5 cups of water
8-10 shiitake mushrooms (dried ones get extra points)
1 nori sheet (that's seaweed, for the uninitiated)
1 tbsp coconut oil
2 tsp coconut aminos
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp pepper
1-2 tsp ginger and garlic
A squeeze of lemon at the end
Toss everything into a pot, let it simmer on the lowest heat for 30-40 minutes, and you are done, as per the nutritionist. The result? A savoury, umami-rich broth that's perfect for sipping or using as a base for soups and noodles.
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Is it really like bone broth?
It doesn't have collagen. But Rashi Chowdhary points out that seaweed brings gelatin-like fibres (think agar and fucoidan), which can soothe your gut lining much like collagen does.
Shiitake mushrooms also come packed with bioactive compounds called proteoglycans, known for their anti-inflammatory properties.
If you deal with allergies, rashes, or hives, Rashi Chowdhary suggests holding off on bone broth (even the vegan kind) until your gut health is in a better place. Bone broth, especially the traditional kind, can be high in histamines, which might trigger flare-ups if you are sensitive.
This vegan bone broth is a creative, gut-friendly alternative for anyone looking to skip the animal products but still enjoy a comforting, nourishing drink.
What is actual bone broth made of?
Traditional bone broth involves simmering animal (such as beef, chicken, or pork) bones and connective tissues in water for many hours, often with vegetables and aromatics added for flavour and nutrition.
This long process extracts nutrients like collagen, minerals, and amino acids from the bones, creating a rich and nourishing broth typically strained before drinking or using in recipes.
Disclaimer: This content including advice provides generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for a qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist or your own doctor for more information. NDTV does not claim responsibility for this information.
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