Stock…Broth…or Bone Broth…what’s the difference? (2024)

— Written By Cheryle Syracuse

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I recently was at a local grocery store and stared at the shelf containing chicken stock, broth and bone broth. The variety amazed me (as well as the prices). This led me down a “rabbit hole” of researching these items.

Broth is liquid in which meat and vegetables have been cooked for a short period of
time. It is light color and flavor and can be used in many dishes to give a little more
flavor than water. Broth is sometimes eaten as soup either alone or with other
ingredients added. It typically is not seasoned with herbs or spices, but may have salt added.

Stock is thicker than broth. It is made by simmering the meat bones along with herbs, spices and vegetables for a longer time. It will be thicker and richer than broth because of gelatin/collagen that comes from the bones. Since it is primarily used as an ingredient in recipes, traditionally, salt is not added when making stock (but you need to check the sodium content on the grocery store labels). Note: you can’t have vegetable stock because vegetables don’t have bones.

Bone broth (despite the higher price tags) is basically another name for stock. It is thick and contains collagen. Some chefs say that to make really good bone broth the bones need to have been cooked for a long period of time for more collagen and flavor. No guarantee of this with grocery store bone broth. Some folks think that using or drinking bone broth can help strengthen bones and have other health benefits, but there has been no research to prove this is true.

Bone Broth, Are there Benefits

You can make them yourself. The folks at the Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less
website at NC State recently shared a recipe for making stock quickly with the carcass of a store-bought rotisserie chicken in an electric pressure cooker.

Instant Electric Pressure Cooker Chicken Stock

1 rotisserie chicken carcass
1 large onion
2 carrots
2 celery stalks
2-4 cloves garlic
8 sprigs of fresh parsley
6 sprigs of fresh thyme
2 bay leaves
10 whole peppercorns or fresh cracked pepper
1 teaspoon salt (optional)
8 cups water

1. The carrots do not need to be peeled and the onion skin can be left on. Chop
scrubbed vegetables into 1-inch chunks. Peel the garlic.
2. Turn the electric pressure cooker on to the low sauté mode. Add the chicken
carcass pieces and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until browned and pieces begin to
stick to the bottom of the pot. Press the cancel button to turn off the heat.
3. Add the chopped vegetables, garlic cloves, and herbs to the pot. Pour 8 cups
of cool water over the contents of the pot. Do not fill more than 2/3 to the
top.
4. Lock the lid into place, close the steam release valve, and press the “manual”
button. Adjust the cooking time to say 30 minutes if that is not the default.
The display will turn to “ON” indicating that it is heating and pressure is
building.
5. After the pot reaches high pressure (this takes about 10-15 minutes), the
display will count down 30 minutes. When 30 minutes is up, it will beep and
switch to “keep warm” mode. Press the cancel button and allow the pressure
in the pot to reduce naturally (this varies but expect at least 15 minutes).
6. Strain the stock using a fine wire mesh strainer and discard all bones, spices,
herbs, and vegetable scraps. Taste the stock and add salt if desired.
7. Place the stock in air-tight containers and refrigerate until completely cool.
When the stock chills it will likely turn gelatinous because the collagen will be
suspended throughout the liquid. If there is a layer on the top that can be
skimmed off, you can skim this off if you want.

8. Keep the stock refrigerated and use it within three days, or freeze it for longer
storage.

For complete details, check out the blog post at esmmweighless.com website.

If you don’t have an electric pressure cooker, all is not lost, you can make it on top of the stove. IFAS Extension published a similar recipe in which a leftover turkey carcass was simmered from four to 24 hours to make stock.

It just takes time, but could be worth it when you have control.

Sources: Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less; Penn State Extension, University of Florida IFAS Extension

Make Turkey Bone Broth

Chicken Stock in an Instant Pot

Cheryle Syracuse wrote these articles and similar ones for the Family and Consumer Sciences Column in the Brunswick Beacon. Syracuse is an FCS team member and can be reached at N.C. Cooperative Extension, Brunswick County Center, 910-253-2610. or by email atclsyracu@ncsu.edu.

Stock…Broth…or Bone Broth…what’s the difference? (2024)

FAQs

Stock…Broth…or Bone Broth…what’s the difference? ›

Bone broth (despite the higher price tags) is basically another name for stock. It is thick and contains collagen. Some chefs say that to make really good bone broth the bones need to have been cooked for a long period of time for more collagen and flavor.

Which is better bone broth or stock? ›

All that extra time on the stove pulls nutrients out of the bones, rendering the broth thicker, healthier and more gelatinous than a stock. While frequently used as an ingredient in soups and other dishes, both stock and bone broth are also sippable by themselves. The latter is increasingly popular on restaurant menus.

Can you substitute bone broth for stock? ›

In most cases, stock and broth are interchangeable. If you're in the soup aisle and can't remember whether the recipe called for stock or broth, either will do for making soup, gravy, or a flavorful pot of rice or grains. Keep in mind that stock is unseasoned, and broth is seasoned.

Why use stock instead of broth? ›

As a result, stock is usually a healthier product, delivering a richer mouth feel and deeper flavor than broth. Stock is a versatile culinary tool that can deliver taste to any number of dishes. Darker in color and more concentrated in flavor than broth, it's ideal for use in soups, rice, sauces and more.

Is store-bought bone broth good for you? ›

The bones used to make commercial broth may contain high levels of heavy metals, which could make their way into the broth. However, homemade or store-bought bone broth levels are very low and unlikely to cause health problems.

What is the disadvantage of bone broth? ›

Other side effects
  • Stomach upset.
  • Increased bowel movements.
  • Inflammatory bowel syndrome (may trigger IBS)
  • Bloating.
  • Constipation.
  • Nausea.

What's the healthiest broth? ›

What kind of bone broth is healthy to drink? Non-gmo beef or chicken bone broth is the healthiest option to drink. Beef and chicken are both great options because they are high in protein, collagen, gelatin and amino acids for gut health and skin hydration.

What adds more flavor, stock or broth? ›

Stock has a richer, deeper flavor and mouthfeel, making it better at adding body to a dish, whereas broth might be a better choice when you want to let other flavors to shine.

Why you don't boil stock? ›

Just as when you're making stock for soups or stews, boiling will cause soluble proteins and rendered fat to emulsify into the cooking liquid. By simmering, you avoid emulsifying the fat and thus keep the stock clearer, and we found that the scum created simply settled to the bottom of the pot.

Do you drink broth or stock? ›

It can be consumed as is, and although many people drink broth as well, it does not contain as much collagen, vitamins, minerals and anti-inflammatory benefits as found in stock. That said, it can be used in many of the same ways as stock, and is often found as a main ingredient in recipes for soups and stir-fries.

Is Swanson bone broth good for you? ›

Swanson® Sipping Chicken Bone Broth Cup is the nutritious snack that's warm and savory, with naturally occurring collagen protein*. Made from chicken bones, vegetables, herbs and spices, this bone broth can be great for special diets.

Which bone broth has the most collagen? ›

“While beef bone broth and chicken bone broth are healthful, beef bone broth has more collagen per serving. It is also better for gut health, for immunity, for sleep, and for mood. And it's better for skin and nails,” Schiff says.

Should I drink broth or stock? ›

Health benefits of stock

Compared with broth, stock contains more fat, carbohydrates, and protein. It also contains more vitamins and minerals. Consuming stock may have various health benefits, including: Improving sleep: Stock and bone broth both contain the amino acid glycine.

What is healthier than bone broth? ›

Vegetable Broth: Vitamins and Energy

And with all those vitamins yet 0.0 grams of fat and only 55 calories, Freja vegan broth is perfect for a diet focused on nutrient-dense foods. While vegetable broth isn't high in carbs by any means, it does have a few more carbohydrates than bone broth, which is very low in carbs.

Do doctors recommend drinking bone broth? ›

"There's no evidence that bone broth has greater health benefits than any other broths," says L.J. Amaral, a clinical dietitian in the Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute Patient and Family Support Program. "At the same time, if my patients are consuming it in moderation, then I don't have a problem with it."

Does chicken stock have collagen? ›

Stock can be more viscous than broth, because the collagen—the proteins from the connective tissue in the joints and bones—helps to make a stock jiggly and gelatin-y at room temperature or colder. Its rich flavor is what adds depth and savoriness to favorites like chicken noodle soup and Thanksgiving gravy.

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