George Washington broth

George Washington broth

12 kcal per 100 g

Category: Beverages

Nutritional information (per 100 g)

Calories 12 kcal
Protein 1.5g
Carbohydrates 1g
Total fats 0.5g
Fiber 0g
Sodium 800mg

Vitamins and minerals

Folate 0mcg
Lycopene 0mcg
Potassium 180mg
Vitamin C 0mg

Description

George Washington Broth is a traditionally used ingredient in home cooking to enhance the flavor of soups, stews, and rice dishes. It is a concentrated broth prepared with vegetables, aromatic herbs, and occasionally bones or meat scraps, which provides a deep and balanced flavor to dishes.

Origin: Although the name refers to the first president of the United States, George Washington, this broth has its roots in colonial American cuisine, where simple, local ingredients were used to create flavorful and nutritious bases for multiple recipes.

Properties: George Washington broth is low in calories and fat, but very rich in minerals and flavors that enhance any culinary preparation. Its collagen content, if made with bones, also contributes to the texture and provides benefits for digestive and joint health.

Synonyms in Latin America: In different Spanish-speaking countries, this type of broth may be known as concentrated broth, vegetable stock, or simply homemade broth. There is no exact term that replaces "George Washington broth," but these concepts describe its function and characteristics in cooking.

This broth is ideal as a base or flavor enhancer in a wide variety of traditional and modern recipes.