BONITO DASHI

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A simple dashi recipe. Dashi is a standard broth used in Japanese soup and hot pot. You can find the ingredient at your local Asian grocery store.

Provided by lomagu

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Broth and Stock Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 (4 inch) pieces dashi kombu (dried kelp)
4 cups water
½ ounce bonito shavings (dry fish flakes)

Steps:

  • Wipe the kombu with a damp cloth to clean it, then cut into 1 inch pieces, and place into a saucepan along with the water. Let stand 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Bring the kombu to a rapid simmer; reduce to a slow simmer over low heat. Sprinkle in the bonito shavings and simmer a few minutes more until the flakes have sunk to the bottom of the saucepan. Remove from the heat and let stand a few minutes. Strain through a mesh strainer before using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 12.1 calories, Carbohydrate 0.3 g, Protein 2.9 g, Sodium 32.6 mg

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