Have you ever tried making a DIY vegetable stock powder? If the answer is no, then get ready to embark on this delicious culinary journey. DIY vegetable stock powder is a staple in our kitchen. We have different veggies made into stock powder, and it’s an absolute gem in all of our dishes.
Our soups, stews, sauces, and even rice dishes get so much better whenever we add vegetable stock powder because it enhances the flavor and boosts the savory “umami” taste. You can use basically any vegetable, but our favorites are stock powder made from carrots and celery stems.
DIY? Here’s Why!
Sure, store-bought vegetable stock powders are time-savers, but they often pack preservatives, additives, and a worrying amount of sodium. When you roll up your sleeves and make your own vegetable stock powder, you have control over the ingredients, resulting in a healthier and zestier alternative. What’s more, it’s an exciting opportunity to turn vegetable scraps, which would otherwise find their way into your compost, into flavorful dishes. That’s right, we’re talking about a significant reduction in food waste!
Experience the Flavor Boom
Imagine having your own secret stash of flavor magic for your cooking, all thanks to your garden! DIY vegetable stock powder is the key. It’s a blend of veggies and herbs that you can easily make at home. This powder gives your soups, stews, and sauces a burst of flavor that beats anything store-bought. It makes every meal tastier and healthier. Plus, it’s super easy to store and use whenever you need to whip up a quick and delicious meal.
Let’s Get Cooking
My Go-to Recipe:
- 4-5 Carrots
- 4 Celery Stems
- 4-5 Onions
- 1 Garlic Bulb
- 2 Leeks
- 300g Mushrooms
- Ginger (amount to taste)
- Parsley (amount to taste)
- Rosemary (amount to taste)
- Thyme (amount to taste)
Procedure:
- Begin by washing and peeling your chosen vegetables. Feel free to experiment and add any veggies that tantalize your taste buds. Chop them up into small pieces for easier processing.
- Spread a layer of parchment paper on each tray of your dehydrator and distribute your vegetables evenly. Set the temperature to a mild 70°C (158°F) and let the dehydrator work its magic for 10–12 hours. You’ll know they’re ready when they turn crispy to the touch!
- Next, transfer everything to a blender, along with 1 tablespoon of salt and (optional) 1 tablespoon of nutritional yeast. Blend until it becomes a fine powder, your homemade vegetable stock powder is now ready!
- Add 1 tablespoon of this power-packed powder to each liter of water, and voila! You have a mouthwatering, healthy broth ready to accompany your favorite meal.
Just follow the procedure that I’ve shared above and get ready to have fun in the kitchen by making your own vegetable stock powder. This simple ingredient can really elevate your cooking, adding a delicious flavor and extra health benefits to your dishes. You’ll surely impress the taste buds of your family and friends with this special powder.
Let’s get cooking and enjoy every delicious moment!
