Thai Broth Recipe

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Fragrant, light, and soothing

This Thai broth is a beautifully aromatic base that brings bold Southeast Asian flavor with minimal effort. Infused with lemongrass, ginger, garlic, and lime, it’s light yet deeply comforting—perfect for soups, noodles, curries, or sipping on its own. Ideal for busy weeknights or reset days, this broth comes together quickly and fills your kitchen with irresistible fragrance. It’s naturally gluten-free, customizable, and a great make-ahead staple to keep in your fridge for fast, flavorful meals all week long.

⏱️ Time Breakdown

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: About 6 cups

📝 Ingredients List

  • 6 cups water
  • 2 stalks lemongrass, smashed and cut into 3-inch pieces
  • 1-inch piece fresh ginger, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, lightly crushed
  • 3–4 kaffir lime leaves (optional but authentic)
  • 1 small onion, quartered
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce or fish sauce
  • 1 tsp sugar (optional, balances flavor)
  • Juice of ½ lime (added at the end)
  • Optional add-ins: sliced mushrooms, chili, cilantro stems

✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

  • Medium pot or saucepan
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Wooden spoon
  • Fine-mesh strainer

Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

  1. Prep aromatics: Smash lemongrass with the back of a knife to release oils. Slice ginger and crush garlic.
  2. Simmer: Add water, lemongrass, ginger, garlic, lime leaves, and onion to a pot. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  3. Cook gently: Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes until fragrant 🌿
  4. Season: Stir in soy sauce (or fish sauce) and sugar if using. Taste and adjust.
  5. Finish: Strain out solids. Stir in lime juice just before serving for brightness 🍋

💡 Pro Tips

  • Clear broth: Keep at a gentle simmer—boiling can cloud the broth.
  • Spicy kick: Add sliced Thai chili or chili paste while simmering.
  • Richer broth: Add mushrooms or a splash of coconut milk.
  • Storage: Refrigerate up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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