Unexpected spice revitalises traditional chicken broth

Chicken broth is the undisputed king of soups. Its deep flavour and aroma result from combining carefully selected ingredients and appropriate spices. Although many of us add only salt and pepper to the broth, there are many other ways to enrich its taste and aroma. One of them is adding an utterly unexpected ingredient to the stock that gives the broth its unique character.

Chicken broth is a classic, known and appreciated for its exceptional taste and nutritional value. It seems seemingly simple to prepare, but it becomes a true culinary masterpiece when correctly seasoned. Although traditionally, we season it with salt, pepper, bay leaves, and allspice, there is a way to elevate its taste to an entirely different level. Add a certain natural ingredient to the pot, and you'll never need artificial seasonings like Maggi again. This simple trick will transform your broth beyond recognition, making it not only aromatic but also full of deep flavour.

Chicken broth is an excellent base for many dishes. We can use it to prepare soups and sauces and even as an addition to main courses. Therefore, it's worth ensuring that its taste is as distinct and aromatic as possible. By adding various spices to the broth, we can achieve endless flavour variations.

In addition to classic spices like bay leaf, allspice, or pepper, we can add many other ingredients to the broth that will give it a unique character. One of them is lovage. This aromatic spice goes perfectly with meat and vegetables, giving the broth depth and distinctiveness. Lovage should be added to the pot about half an hour before the end of cooking so it has enough time to release its aroma.

Besides lovage, we can also add other spices to the broth, such as:      

• Cloves: Will give the broth a slightly sweet and spicy aroma.
• Soy sauce: In a small amount, it will enrich the broth's flavour and give it a slightly salty taste.
• Ginger: Add freshly grated ginger to give the broth a slightly spicy and refreshing taste.
• Turmeric: Besides a beautiful yellow colour, turmeric will give the broth a slightly sweet and slightly spicy taste.