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A delicate bowl of Japanese clear soup with translucent broth, garnished with green onions and thin slices of mushrooms, presented on a traditional wooden tray with chopsticks and a small dish of soy sauce nearby

Elegant Japanese Clear Soup for Cozy Nights

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A simple and elegant Japanese clear soup made with a flavorful dashi broth, garnished with fresh greens, mushrooms, and scallions.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups water
  • 1 piece kombu (seaweed)
  • 1/2 cup bonito flakes (dried fish flakes)
  • 2 shiitake mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
  • Tofu cubes (optional)
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Soak the kombu in water for 30 minutes.
  2. Bring the water with kombu to a gentle simmer, remove kombu before boiling.
  3. Add bonito flakes and simmer for 5 minutes, then strain to make a clear broth.
  4. Return broth to the pot, add mushrooms and tofu, and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Season with salt, garnish with green onions, and serve hot.

Notes

  • Ensure not to overboil the broth to maintain clarity.
  • You can add any seasonal greens or seafood for variation.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Simmering, Straining, Garnishing
  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Vegan (if no tofu)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 45 Kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 1g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 7g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 2mg