There’s something timeless about a pot of broth simmering all day — the scent filling the kitchen, the quiet transformation happening beneath the lid. This version unites the ancient Ayurvedic art of agni support with the Western tradition of mineral-rich stocks.
In Ayurveda, bone broth (mamsa rasa) is revered for its ability to build strength, lubricate joints, and nourish ojas — the subtle essence of immunity and vitality. The addition of Hingvastak churna, a powerful blend of digestive spices including asafoetida, ginger, cumin, and pippali, helps the body assimilate the broth’s nutrients while reducing heaviness or bloating that sometimes accompanies rich foods.
Apple lends light sweetness and natural malic acid, balancing the pungent Hingvastak and gently supporting liver function. Summer savory and oregano, herbs from your own garden, bring grounding, aromatic warmth and add mild antimicrobial benefits — harmonizing digestion and uplifting prana.
From a Western lens, this slow-cooked broth delivers collagen, gelatin, amino acids, and trace minerals essential for gut lining repair, joint health, and immune function. The long simmer extracts deep nourishment from the bones and herbs, resulting in a golden, fragrant liquid that truly feels like liquid comfort.
Ingredients
1 organic chicken carcass (or bones from a roasted chicken)
2 apples, quartered (no need to peel or core)
1–2 Tsp Hingvastak churna
1–2 sprigs fresh summer savory
1–2 sprigs oregano (or 1 tsp dried)
4 T PHS (Pink Himalayan Salt)
Water (enough to cover bones and have 4*5 inches over the bones)
Directions
Place chicken bones, apple, Hingvastak, herbs, and salt into a large stockpot, crockpot or slow cooker.
Cover with water and set on low for 18–24 hours, or until the broth becomes rich, golden, and aromatic.
Strain through a fine mesh sieve, pressing solids gently to extract all the goodness.
Store in glass jars in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze in portions for later use.
To Use
Sip warm as a restorative tonic, use as a base for soups (like your Hingvastak Chicken & Garden Root Soup), or cook grains and legumes in it for added depth and nourishment.
