Mediterranean Diet Pork Bone Broth
Immerse yourself in the wholesome flavors of the Mediterranean with this nourishing Pork Bone Broth recipe. Perfect for followers of the Mediterranean diet, this slow-simmered broth is crafted with roasted pork bones, a medley of aromatic vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, and fragrant herbs including rosemary and thyme. Enhanced with extra virgin olive oil for a healthful touch and steeped for hours to extract maximum flavor and nutrients, this recipe offers a rich, savory base ideal for soups, stews, or sipping on its own. The lengthy simmer ensures a deeply flavorful broth while the addition of Mediterranean spices provides an irresistibly comforting depth. Simple yet rewarding, this recipe is a must-try staple for anyone seeking to embrace wholesome, heart-healthy cooking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork bones
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery stalks, chopped
- 1 large onion, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, smashed
- 2 leaves bay leaves
- 6 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
- 10 cups water
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Place the pork bones on a roasting pan and drizzle with the olive oil.
Roast the bones in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until they are browned.
In a large stockpot, add the roasted bones along with all the juices from the pan.
Add the carrots, celery, onion, garlic, bay leaves, thyme, rosemary, and black peppercorns to the pot.
Pour the water over the ingredients, ensuring everything is submerged.
Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
Skim off any foam that appears on the surface of the broth using a slotted spoon.
Let the broth simmer gently for 8 hours, partly covered with a lid, stirring occasionally.
After 8 hours, strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl, discarding the solids.
Season the broth with sea salt to taste.
Allow the broth to cool slightly before portioning it into airtight containers.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 6 months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2356 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 169.6 g | 217% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.1 g | 270% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 635 mg | 212% | |
| Sodium | 3209 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.2 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.9 g | ||
| Protein | 172.8 g | 346% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 519 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 13.7 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 3542 mg | 75% | |
*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.
