(No Additives, Clean Ingredients)
Time Needed:
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook (optional for paste): 10–15 minutes
Drying (for powder): 6–8 hours (or faster in oven)
Make your own vegetable bouillon using real vegetables and herbs — no MSG, preservatives, or mystery flavor enhancers. You can prepare it as a paste, a frozen cube, or a dry powder depending on your needs.
Option 1: Bouillon Paste (Fridge or Freezer)
Ingredients
• 1 large carrot
• 1 stalk celery
• 1 small leek or onion
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 handful fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon salt (natural preservative)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Optional: bay leaf, thyme, rosemary, or dried mushroom bits for more depth
Instructions
1. Roughly chop all ingredients.
2. Add to a food processor and blend into a thick paste.
3. Optional: cook in a pan on low for 10–15 minutes to deepen flavor.
4. Let cool and store in a jar in the fridge (lasts up to 2 weeks), or freeze in ice cube trays for long-term use.
Option 2: Dry Vegetable Bouillon Powder
Ingredients
• 1 cup dried vegetables (dehydrated carrot, celery, onion, garlic, etc.)
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast (for umami)
• 1 tablespoon sea salt
• 1 teaspoon dried herbs (thyme, parsley, basil)
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric (for color)
• Optional: mushroom powder, kelp powder, or lemon zest
Instructions
1. Blend all ingredients in a high-speed blender or spice grinder until fine.
2. Store in a dry, airtight jar in a cool cupboard.
To Use
• 1 teaspoon = 1 bouillon cube
• Add to soups, rice, stir-fries, or dry sauce mixes
Suggestions & Variations
• Add dried tomatoes or bell peppers for a touch of sweetness.
• Skip salt if you want a salt-free version, but add it when cooking.
• Use freeze-dried veggies for faster prep (available at many health food stores).
Shelf Life
• Paste: up to 2 weeks in fridge, 3 months in freezer
• Powder: up to 6 months in a cool, dry place
Disclaimer
This recipe is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Always check for allergies or sensitivities, especially when using homemade seasoning blends.