Best 4 Immunity Soup Recipes

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**Immunity Soup: A Wholesome and Flavorful Journey to Wellness**

In the realm of culinary healing, immunity soup stands as a beacon of nourishment and resilience. This comforting broth is a symphony of flavors and nutrients, carefully crafted to bolster the body's natural defenses and promote overall well-being. From the zesty kick of ginger and garlic to the soothing warmth of turmeric and black pepper, each ingredient in this soup plays a vital role in strengthening the immune system. Whether you're looking to ward off seasonal ailments, support a healthy lifestyle, or simply enjoy a delicious and wholesome meal, this immunity soup is the perfect choice. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore three variations of this remarkable soup: a classic chicken-based recipe, a vegan-friendly vegetable broth, and a spicy tom yum soup. Each variation offers a unique flavor profile and caters to different dietary preferences, ensuring that everyone can reap the benefits of this immunity-boosting dish. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary journey towards enhanced well-being with our immunity soup recipes.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

IMMUNITY BOOSTING SOUP



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This nourishing soup bolsters immunity and helps ease cold and flu symptoms, says herbalist Rosemary Gladstar. Read more about boosting your immunity in Winter Wellness.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Yield Makes about 3 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ounce dried astragalus root
4 ounces fresh dandelion root, thinly sliced (or 2 ounces dried)
4 ounces fresh burdock root, thinly sliced (or 2 ounces dried)
1 tablespoon grated fresh gingerroot
1 tablespoon dried kelp, dulse, or other sea vegetable
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium-size onion, chopped
5 to 8 medium-size fresh shiitake mushrooms
2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup miso paste, (any variety)

Steps:

  • Bring 3 quarts of water to a boil and reduce heat. Add astragalus, dandelion, burdock, ginger, and sea vegetable; cover and simmer for 45 minutes to an hour. Strain, return broth to pot, and keep over medium heat. In a saute pan, heat olive oil over medium heat; add onion and mushrooms, and saute until tender. Add garlic; saute for a few more minutes. Add entire mixture to broth. Turn off heat, and stir in miso paste.

SOUP-IMMUNITY BOOSTING/MING TSAI RECIPE - (5/5)



SOUP-IMMUNITY BOOSTING/MING TSAI Recipe - (5/5) image

Provided by Sharon T

Number Of Ingredients 25

SOUP-IMMUNITY BOOSTING/MING TSAI
Step1
1 TB GRAPESEED OIL
1 JALPENO (LEAVE IN SEEDS BECAUSE THEY CONTAIN CAPSAICIN)
1 TB MINCED GINGER (GREAT FOR NAUSEA)
1 TB MINCED GARLIC
2 BUNCHES SCALLIONS
1 LB SHITAKES (BREAK OFF STEMS BUT SAVE THEM FOR STOCK)
MIX THE INGREDIENTS FOR 2-3 MINUTES.
SWEAT IN SKILLET
STEP 2
ADD LIQUID, TOFU , CARROTS
2 QTS CHICKEN STOCK (LOW SODIUM)
2 TB SOY SAUCE (MAKE SURE ITS NATURALLY BREWED AND ORGANIC)
2 LEMONS, JUICED (CONTAINS VITAMIN C)
2 C CARROTS, SHREDDED
1 BLOCK SILKEN TOFU (SOFT) (SOY BASED. This is great protein and low fat)
BLACK PEPPER
SIMMER FOR 20 MINUTES.
PLACE IN POT TO HEAT UP THE TOFU AND IT'S DONE
LADLE INTO BOWLS AND GARNISH
2 TB SCALLION GREENS
ADD A LITTLE LEMON ZEST
EAT ON A REGULAR BASIS TO BOOST IMMUNITY.
IT'S LOW FAT, VERY GOOD

Steps:

  • SOUP-IMMUNITY BOOSTING/MING TSAI Ming's super soup blasts germs and turns your body into a fortress. His #1 secret for warding off illness is Shitake mushrooms. These mushrooms help build your immune system. Step1 1TB GRAPESEED OIL 1 JALPENO (LEAVE IN SEEDS BECAUSE THEY CONTAIN CAPSAICIN) 1 TB MINCED GINGER (GREAT FOR NAUSEA) 1 TB MINCED GARLIC 2 BUNCHES SCALLIONS 1 LB SHITAKES (BREAK OFF STEMS BUT SAVE THEM FOR STOCK) MIX THE INGREDIENTS FOR 2-3 MINUTES. SWEAT IN SKILLET STEP 2 ADD LIQUID, TOFU , CARROTS 2 QTS CHICKEN STOCK (LOW SODIUM) 2 TB SOY SAUCE (MAKE SURE ITS NATURALLY BREWED AND ORGANIC) 2 LEMONS, JUICED (CONTAINS VITAMIN C) 2 C CARROTS, SHREDDED 1 BLOCK SILKEN TOFU (SOFT) (SOY BASED. This is great protein and low fat) BLACK PEPPER SIMMER FOR 20 MINUTES. PLACE IN POT TO HEAT UP THE TOFU AND IT'S DONE LADLE INTO BOWLS AND GARNISH 2 TB SCALLION GREENS ADD A LITTLE LEMON ZEST EAT ON A REGULAR BASIS TO BOOST IMMUNITY. IT'S LOW FAT, VERY GOOD OTHER TRIVIA HINTS: OYSTERS CVCONTAIN HIGH AMOUNTS OF ZINC WHICH IS ESSENTIAL TO KEEP YOU HEALTHY AND IS A POWEREFUL IMMUNITY BOSTER. FOOD THAT CONTAINS THE HIGHEST AMOUNT OF GOOD BACTERIA TO KEEP IMMUNITY STRONG IS GREEK YOGART. ALSO LOW IN CALERIES AND HELPS THE DIGESTIVE SYSTEM.

IMMUNITY BUILDING MISO SOUP



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This is a recipe my sister gave me to help build up my DD's immunity, and not get sick so often. Here's what she said about the ingredients: "Basically the miso, the seaweed and the shitakes are DEEP immune builders, the ginger, the cayenne, the scallions help remove excess heat from the body and get circulation going." The ingredients can be increased or decreased to your preference. This is just what I did.

Provided by WI Cheesehead

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 -8 cups vegetable stock or 6 -8 cups water
1/2-1 inch fresh ginger, chopped
1 bunch scallion, chopped (including the hairy roots)
2 -3 carrots, chopped
1/2 cup dried shiitake mushrooms or 1/2 cup fresh shiitake mushroom
1/2-1 sheet nori, crumbled
3 tablespoons miso (I used the red)
1/4-1/2 lb cooked shrimp (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine the stock, ginger, scallions, carrots and mushrooms in a pot (she said glass pot) and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Add the nori and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in miso until dissolved.
  • If you like, blend the pieces with a stick blender or regular blender and add the cooked shrimp back in (if using).

IMMUNITY SOUP



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Modern research shows that astragalus root, a Chinese herb long used to ward off colds and flu, has powerful immune-enhancing properties. The sliced dried root is available online and in herb stores. It is nontoxic and adds a pleasant, sweet taste when simmered in soups. Shiitake mushrooms also have an antiviral effect. Garlic is an antibiotic; ginger, a natural anti-inflammatory agent.

Provided by ElizabethKnicely

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 1h50m

Yield 12 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
2 large onions, thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, smashed
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
4 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
2 large carrots, julienned
2 1/2 pieces astragalus root (about 15-inches total)
8 cups mushroom stock (see recipe, below)
2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce or 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
2 cups broccoli florets
1/2 cup julienned scallion
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 ounces dried shiitake mushrooms
2 1/2 quarts water
1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large pot over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, and ginger and cook until soft and translucent, about 7 minutes. Add mushrooms, carrots, astragalus root, stock and 2 cups water. Bring to a low boil. Reduce heat and simmer 45 minutes.
  • Add tamari and adjust the seasoning with salt if needed. Add broccoli and cook until tender, about 2 minutes.
  • Remove astragalus root pieces. Ladle soup into serving bowls and garnish with scallions before serving.
  • MUSHROOM STOCK:.
  • Stock used in restaurants is usually made with chicken, but we serve so many vegetarian dishes that we needed something different for our sauces and soups. Shiitake mushrooms impart a savory essence; you'll never miss the meat. Keep in the fridge for a week or in the freezer for a month.
  • Chop 2 ribs celery and 1 medium onion and put in large pot with 2 ounces dried shiitake mushrooms and 2 1/2 quarts water.
  • Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
  • Reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Turn off heat, cover, and let stock steep 20 minutes.
  • Add 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce.
  • Pour stock through a fine-mesh strainer, discard solids, and let cool.
  • (Makes 2 quarts.).

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly impact the flavor and nutritional value of your soup. Look for fresh, organic vegetables and fruits, and free-range or organic meat and poultry.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: The more vegetables you use, the more nutrients your soup will contain. Aim for a mix of colors and textures, such as carrots, celery, onions, garlic, kale, spinach, and mushrooms.
  • Add some fruit: Fruit can add a touch of sweetness and complexity to your soup. Good choices include apples, pears, oranges, and berries.
  • Use bone broth or stock instead of water: Bone broth and stock are packed with nutrients, including collagen, glycine, and minerals. They also add a rich flavor to your soup.
  • Season your soup well: Don't be afraid to add salt, pepper, and other spices to your soup. Seasoning will help to bring out the flavors of the ingredients and make your soup more enjoyable.
  • Let your soup simmer for a long time: Simmering allows the flavors of the ingredients to meld together and develop. Aim for at least 30 minutes, but you can simmer your soup for up to several hours.
  • Serve your soup with a garnish: A garnish can add a touch of color and flavor to your soup. Good choices include fresh herbs, grated cheese, or a drizzle of olive oil.

Conclusion:

Immunity-boosting soup is a delicious and nutritious way to stay healthy during cold and flu season. By following these tips, you can make a soup that is packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Enjoy a bowl of soup each day to help keep your immune system strong.

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