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Immune-Boosting Ginger and Turmeric Soup

Dec 11, 2024

Warm up this winter with a hearty and healing soup that’s packed with immune-supporting ingredients.

 

Ingredients:
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp fresh turmeric, grated (or 1 tsp ground turmeric)
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 1 sweet potato, peeled and diced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp ground coriander
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for garnish
Instructions:
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, ginger, and turmeric. Sauté until fragrant.
  2. Add carrots, sweet potato, cumin, and coriander. Stir to coat the vegetables with the spices.
  3. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
  4. Stir in the coconut milk and blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
  5. Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime.

 

By integrating acupuncture, nourishing foods, supplements, and massage therapy into your routine, you can transform winter from a season of vulnerability to a time of strength and vitality. Add the comforting ritual of preparing and enjoying the immune-boosting Ginger and Turmeric Soup, and you’ll be well-equipped to thrive throughout the colder months. Cheers to a healthy, happy winter!

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Meet Marin L. Kokin, L.Ac.

Marin — acupuncturist, nutritionist, and owner of the Kokin Healing Center — is beloved by her patients. Read about patients that have found success at the Kokin Healing Center in Calabasas.

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