Chinese Style Broth
Transport your taste buds to an authentic Chinese kitchen with this aromatic Chinese Style Broth, a fragrant and versatile recipe that’s perfect as a light soup or the foundation for your favorite Asian-inspired dishes. Infused with slices of fresh ginger, whole star anise, smashed garlic, and white peppercorns, this broth captures the essence of traditional Chinese flavors while remaining simple to prepare. A splash of soy sauce and Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry) adds depth, while a touch of rock sugar balances the savory notes. Ready in just 40 minutes, this broth is an elegant base for noodles, dumplings, or tender bok choy. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a vibrant finish, and savor a sip of comfort in every spoonful. Whether you’re creating a hearty main course or a warming appetizer, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of rich, homemade broths. Perfect for meal prep or serving fresh, this easy Chinese Style Broth will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups chicken stock
- 1 2-inch piece, sliced fresh ginger
- 4 whole, trimmed green onions
- 3 whole star anise
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
- 4 cloves, smashed garlic
- 1 teaspoon white peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon rock sugar (or granulated sugar)
- 2 small heads, halved bok choy (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large pot, bring the chicken stock to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Add the sliced ginger, green onions, smashed garlic, and star anise to the pot.
Stir in the soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, white peppercorns, and rock sugar. Allow the mixture to come back to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the broth simmer gently for 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to develop fully.
Optional: If using bok choy, add the halved heads to the broth during the last 5 minutes of simmering to gently cook them.
Using a slotted spoon, remove and discard the ginger, green onions, garlic, and star anise from the broth. Strain the broth if needed for a clearer finish.
Taste the broth and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more soy sauce or a pinch of salt to balance the flavors.
Ladle the broth into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro, or serve as a base for noodles, dumplings, or other additions.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
913 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.5 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 170 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 2359 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.8 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.0 g | ||
| Protein | 116.6 g | 233% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 667 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 21.7 mg | 121% | |
| Potassium | 1431 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
