SHIITAKE DASHI

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Vegetarian dashi. It is a nice broth in its own right but is also a base for countless soups. So simple, so good.

Provided by rsarahl

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 1/2 cups water
4 slices kombu seaweed, 4 inches long
5 dried shiitake mushrooms
1 tablespoon light soy sauce (optional)
1 pinch sea salt (optional)
1 green onion, sliced (optional)

Steps:

  • Place kombu in pot of water and slowly bring to a simmer over medium high heat, but do not boil; about 10 minutes on the stove.
  • Remove the kombu just before the pot boils and add the dried mushrooms.
  • Boil for 1 minute, then turn off the heat and let the pot sit, uncovered, for 20 minutes.
  • Remove the mushrooms and store the dashi for use in another recipe, or prepare it as a simple soup by adding the soy sauce, salt to taste and sliced green onion.

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