Dashi
Dashi is a clear, mild and smoky broth with hints of fish.
Equipment
- 1 saucepan
- 1 sieve
- 4 jars
Ingredients
- 4 cups cold water
- 1 6-inch strip kombu
- 1 cup bonito flakes
Instructions
- To a saucepan, add kombu and water
- Cover pot and bring to bare simmer over med heat. Remove kombu and discard.
- Add in the flakes and turn off heat. Allow to sit for about 10 minutes
- Strain broth through a fine sieve. Use the stock right away or transfer into 4, 1-quart sized jars, sealing their lids. Store up to 5 days or freeze for 6 months
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Notes
Strained the liquid through a fine mesh sieve and discarded the bonito flakes.
Used the dashi immediately or stored it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Used the dashi immediately or stored it in the fridge for up to 3 days.