Colder Days Call For Warm, Immunity Boosting Raw Tumeric Soup

Turmeric is a potent Indian spice that has been used in food, beauty products and even in medicine. With its distinctive flavour and colour, which is bright yellow and can stain everything it comes in contact

with, turmeric is used as a spice in South Asian and Middle Eastern cooking. This spice, whether used as a dried powder or in its seasonal fresh form, has many health benefits. Add it to your meals this winter to enjoy its health benefits.

What Are The Health Benefits of Raw Turmeric?

According to an article by Johns Hopkins Medicine, turmeric, which is a relative of ginger, is a native Asian plant and has been used in cooking for hundreds of years. It’s also been used in Ayurveda and other forms of traditional medicine in China and India.

Turmeric has a biologically active compound called curcumin, which is the main factor for the potential health benefits. According to an article by Harvard Health, it can treat skin disorders, respiratory problems, give joint pain relief, and help with digestive disorders. It is also a popular dietary supplement that can benefit those with conditions, including arthritis, depression, and allergies.

Recipe for Fresh Turmeric Soup

Ingredients:

2 tbsp – Raw turmeric, grated
1 tsp – Ghee or cold-pressed coconut oil
2 tsp – Ginger, grated
2 cloves – Garlic, crushed
1 – Small onion, chopped
1 – Small carrot
1/2 cup – Zucchini, chopped
1/2 cup – Broccoli, chopped
1/2 cup – tofu, shredded
1 cup – Vegetable stock or water
A pinch of black pepper (helps absorb curcumin)
Salt to taste
Squeeze of lemon juice
Fresh coriander for garnish

Method:

In the ghee, add the raw turmeric, garlic and ginger, and sauté for a little bit. Ensure that you aren’t overcooking these spices, as they can lose their potency.

Add the veggies, including onion, carrot, zucchini, and broccoli, and sauté them further. You can add any vegetables that you like to this soup.

For an extra dose of protein to this soup, you can add shredded tofu or soya granules as well.

Cook this vegetable mixture for a little while and add the vegetable stock. Let it boil for a few minutes. Season to taste with salt and lemon juice. Do not forget to add pepper to this raw turmeric soup, as it helps the body to absorb the curcumin.

Dish it out into a bowl and garnish with coriander. Serve hot and enjoy on colder days.

Recipe by food creator Sonakshi Joshi (@dash.of.delish_17)