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Description
A simple and light Japanese clear soup with a delicate broth, vegetables, and optional protein.
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 1 piece kombu (dried kelp), about 4×4 inches
- 1 cup bonito flakes
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 carrot, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1/2 block tofu, cubed (optional)
Instructions
- Place water and kombu in a pot. Let it soak for 10 minutes.
- Heat the pot on medium until almost boiling. Remove kombu.
- Add bonito flakes, simmer for 5 minutes, then strain.
- Add soy sauce, salt, and vegetables. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- If using tofu, add it in the last 2 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with green onions.
Notes
- Use filtered water for the clearest broth.
- Replace bonito flakes with miso for a vegetarian version.
- Adjust soy sauce to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese