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Zero-Waste Veggie Broth: Why You Should Never Throw Away Onion Skins

Zero-Waste Veggie Broth: Discover the Power of Onion Skins!


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  • Author: TASTYRCP
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 cups
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A sustainable and flavorful veggie broth made from onion skins and other vegetable scraps, promoting zero-waste cooking.


Ingredients

  • Onion skins from 2 onions
  • Carrot scraps from 2 carrots
  • Celery scraps from 2 stalks
  • Garlic peels from 2 cloves
  • Water (8 cups)
  • Salt to taste
  • Herbs (such as thyme or bay leaf) to taste

Instructions

  1. Collect onion skins and vegetable scraps in a pot.
  2. Add 8 cups of water to the pot.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
  4. Reduce heat and let it simmer for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Strain the broth to remove solids.
  6. Add salt and herbs to taste.
  7. Store in the refrigerator or freeze for later use.

Notes

  • This broth can be customized with any vegetable scraps you have on hand.
  • Onion skins add a rich color and flavor to the broth.
  • Great for soups, stews, and risottos.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Global

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 15
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg