Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Congee

This anti-inflammatory turmeric congee is a simple and soothing dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. The turmeric gives the congee a beautiful golden color and a slightly bitter flavor that is balanced out by the sweetness of the ginger. The congee is also a good source of fiber and protein, making it a filling and satisfying meal.

Turmeric has been used in traditional Indian and Chinese medicine for centuries to treat a variety of ailments, including inflammation, indigestion, and pain. Modern research has shown that turmeric contains a compound called curcumin, which has powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Curcumin has been shown to be effective in treating a variety of conditions, including arthritis, heart disease, and cancer.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 60 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup jasmine rice
• 4 cups bone broth
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh green onions

Instructions

1. Rinse the rice thoroughly in a fine-mesh sieve.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rice, bone broth, ginger, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
3. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour, or until the rice is tender and the congee has thickened.
4. Stir in the cilantro and green onions.
5. Serve warm.
6. Enjoy!

Why It Works

• The combination of turmeric and ginger gives this congee a powerful anti-inflammatory boost.
• The bone broth provides a rich source of collagen and other nutrients that are essential for joint health.
• The congee is a good source of fiber and protein, making it a filling and satisfying meal.