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Immunity-Boosting Lemon Ginger Garlic Soup

A potent, healing broth packed with fresh ginger, garlic, lemon, and chili. This "liquid gold" is the ultimate natural remedy for colds, flu, and winter blues.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Beverage, Soup
Cuisine: Fusion, Medicinal
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

The Broth Base
  • 6 cups bone broth or rich vegetable broth high quality preferred
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil
The Aromatics & Healing Agents
  • 0.25 cup fresh ginger root peeled and julienned
  • 8 cloves garlic thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric or 1 tbsp fresh grated
  • 0.5 tsp red chili flakes adjust to taste
  • 0.25 tsp black peppercorns crushed
The Finish
  • 1 large lemon half sliced, half juiced
  • 0.5 cup scallions (green onions) chopped
  • Salt to taste

Equipment

  • Large Pot or Dutch Oven
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Citrus juicer

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced garlic, ginger, turmeric, chili flakes, and peppercorns.
  2. Sauté gently for 2-3 minutes until very fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  3. Pour in the broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Add lemon slices, reduce heat to low, cover partially, and simmer for 20 minutes to infuse flavors.
  5. Remove from heat. Stir in fresh lemon juice and chopped scallions. Season with salt to taste.
  6. Serve piping hot in mugs or bowls, ensuring ginger and lemon slices are included in each serving.

Notes

For a heartier meal, add cooked shredded chicken or rice noodles during the final few minutes of simmering. Inhale the steam while sipping for maximum decongestant benefits.