Golden Turmeric Broth
July 22, 2026
I started making this broth during a particularly rough winter a few years back. My husband was under the weather, I was exhausted, and I needed something that felt healing without requiring a trip to the store.
Turmeric has been used in traditional medicine for centuries — and while I'm not making any health claims here, I will say that a warm mug of this always makes me feel better. The black pepper is non-negotiable: it contains piperine, which dramatically increases your body's ability to absorb the curcumin in turmeric.
Make a big batch on Sunday and reheat throughout the week. It keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to 5 days.
What you'll need
- 4 cups good-quality vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp freshly grated ginger
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos or soy sauce
- Juice of half a lemon
- Pinch of black pepper (activates the turmeric!)
- Optional: a handful of baby spinach or kale
How to make it
- 1
Warm the broth in a medium saucepan over medium heat — don't let it boil.
- 2
Add the turmeric, ginger, garlic, and coconut aminos. Stir gently and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
- 3
Squeeze in the lemon juice and add the black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- 4
If using greens, stir them in now and let them wilt for 1–2 minutes.
- 5
Ladle into your favorite mug or bowl and sip slowly. You deserve this.