Bouillon

Bouillon is a concentrated seasoning product used to make quick broth and to add savory depth to dishes. Sold as cubes, powders, pastes, or concentrates, it usually contains salt, dehydrated stock or meat extracts, yeast extract, aromatics, and sometimes fats. It dissolves readily in hot water to produce a stock-like liquid and can also be crumbled directly into recipes as a flavor booster.

Common varieties include chicken, beef, vegetable, and seafood styles, with low-sodium options available. Because formulations differ, saltiness and intensity vary; start with less and adjust to taste. Bouillon is a pantry staple for fast soups, stews, grains, and sauces, especially when homemade stock isn’t available.