Salmon and noodle broth recipe that is cosy and comforting

• Published date: 26 April 2024
• Author: Lutho Pasiya
• Publication title: Mercury

Not only are broth-based dishes comforting and nourishing, but they are also healing and hydrating

The broth is a culinary enhancer that provides flavour in a liquid form, made by simmering the meat in water. It’s well-seasoned and maintains a relatively thin and liquid consistency. It’s significantly thinner and more flavourful than stock.

Being a meat-based liquid, broth is typically made from beef, chicken or fish. However, it is not uncommon to find vegetable broth.

Because of its thin consistency and flavour, you can use broth for many culinary applications. It can be sipped on its own and is often used as a remedy for flu or the common cold.

Chefs will also use broth in place of water to enhance the flavour of their dishes, such as using broth to boil pasta and steam vegetables.

Bone broth is not new, but it has become increasingly popular in recent years. Many swear by drinking the thick, savoury liquid because of the health benefits.

“Broth is believed to help relieve joint pain and osteoarthritis, detoxify the liver, aid in wound healing, prevent ageing skin, support digestive health, balance hormones, increase energy, strengthen bones, improve quality of sleep, alleviate symptoms from certain autoimmune conditions, and boost immune function,” said Cape Town dietitian Kelly Scholtz.

Asked if it is healthy to consume broth. Scholtz said: “Depending on how it is used and what is added to it, broth consumption may have positive or negative...