Zero-Waste Vegetable Broth
This Zero-Waste Vegetable Broth is a simple and sustainable way to use up leftover vegetable scraps, turning them into a savory base for soups and stews.
Equipment
- 1 Large pot
- 1 Strainer
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Knife
Ingredients
- 2 cups vegetable scraps - onion peels, carrot tops, celery leaves
- 8 cups water - for soaking the scraps
- 1 tablespoon olive oil - for sautéing
- 1 bay leaf - for depth of flavor
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns - for seasoning
- Salt to taste - for flavor adjustment
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add your vegetable scraps and sauté for about 5 minutes until they are fragrant.
- Pour in the water, and add the bay leaf and black peppercorns.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 1 hour.
- After simmering, strain the broth using a strainer into a clean container.
- Adjust seasoning with salt if desired, and let it cool before storing.
Notes
Feel free to mix and match your vegetable scraps - onions, carrots, celery, and herbs work great!
Store leftovers in jars in the fridge or freeze them for future use.
Add soy sauce or miso for extra flavor if desired!