A fertility boosting food for vegans - "No Bone Broth"

April 09 2020

Fertility Superfoods

Fertility Superfoods

Ingredients

  • 1 T oil suitable for heat - grapeseed, oil, butter
  • 1-2 large onions, coarsely chopped
  • 4-5 whole celery sticks, coarsely chopped 
  • 2 carrots, peeled and coarsely chopped 
  • Several cloves garlic 
  • Shiitake mushrooms (if available) 
  • Dark leafy green, one bunch 
  • Optional vegetables: cabbage, broccoli, green beans
  • Aromatic herbs to your liking: thyme, oregano (can be tied together during cooking)
  • 4 quarts cold filtered water (or more as needed)
  • 2 Tablespoons of vinegar 
  • 1 bunch parsley 
Start with a large heavy stockpot 

Add oil or fat 

Add onion, celery, carrots, garlic, and cook for several minutes on medium-high heat until the onions and garlic starts to brown - careful not to burn or overcook 

Add vinegar and stir in with veggies 

Add greens, herbs and other veggies 

Add water and bring to a boil  

Skim off any scum that rises to the top - occasionally do this through the cooking process 

Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 1-4 hours 

Check regularly and add water if you are losing water volume during cooking 
10-15 min before finishing your stock add parsley 

Salt and pepper to taste 

When broth is complete - strain the stock into another pot or large bowl 

You can store broth in glass mason jars in the refrigerator or freezer - you can season the broth before or after storing.

This vegetable mineral broth is full of antioxidants, phytochemicals, electrolytes and vitamins.  It is a hydrating, mineral-rich tea. Drink it throughout the day or if you need a quick pick me up in the afternoon.  Use it as the base for cooked grains to increase the mineral density. Use as the base in any soup. Enjoy!