Whole30 Spicy Broth
Warm up your kitchen with this irresistible Whole30 Spicy Broth, a vibrant and nourishing recipe packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. This gluten-free, paleo-friendly dish features aromatic spices like smoked paprika, ground turmeric, and cayenne pepper, all perfectly balanced with the tangy zest of lime juice and earthy notes of coconut aminos and fish sauce. A medley of fresh vegetables—onion, carrots, celery, and ginger—brings hearty depth to the broth, while a sprinkling of cilantro offers a fresh, herbaceous garnish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this versatile recipe serves as a satisfying sip on its own or can act as a spicy, nutrient-rich base for soups, noodles, or proteins. Perfect for Whole30-compliant meal prep, this guilt-free comfort food is a must-try for spice lovers and health-conscious foodies alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable stock (Whole30-compliant)
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce (Whole30-compliant)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
- sea salt, to taste
- black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the garlic, ginger, carrots, and celery. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
Add the crushed red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, ground turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Stir for 1 minute to release the spices' aroma.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable stock and bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Stir in the coconut aminos and fish sauce. Taste and season with sea salt and black pepper as needed.
Turn off the heat and add the lime juice for a bright, tangy finish.
Ladle the broth into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.
Serve hot as a flavorful sip or use as a base for soups, noodles, or proteins.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
566 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.6 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4637 mg | 202% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.7 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.2 g | ||
| Protein | 12.6 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 254 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1611 mg | 34% | |
*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.
