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Dashi

Dashi is a clear, mild and smoky broth with hints of fish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups cold water
  • 1 6-inch strip kombu
  • 1 cup bonito flakes

Equipment

  • 1 saucepan
  • 1 sieve
  • 4 jars

Method
 

  1. To a saucepan, add kombu and water
  2. Cover pot and bring to bare simmer over med heat. Remove kombu and discard.
  3. Add in the flakes and turn off heat. Allow to sit for about 10 minutes
  4. 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

Video

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.