Description
Japanese Clear Soup is a delightful and aromatic broth that encapsulates the comforting essence of Japanese cuisine. This light yet flavorful soup is perfect as an appetizer or a standalone meal, making it an excellent choice for cozy dinners or festive gatherings. With a rich base created from chicken and beef broths, combined with fresh vegetables like carrots, ginger, and mushrooms, each spoonful warms your soul. Plus, its quick preparation time makes it easily accessible for busy weeknights. Customize it with your favorite seasonal veggies or proteins to create your own unique rendition. Dive into this simple recipe today and enjoy a soothing bowl of homemade goodness.
Ingredients
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- 2 teaspoons sesame oil (or peanut oil)
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 4 cups beef broth
- 4 cups water
- 1 large sweet onion, peeled and cut into wedges
- 6 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
- 2 large carrots, cut into chunks
- 2-inch piece fresh ginger, sliced
- 4 whole scallions, chopped
- 10 button mushrooms, thinly sliced
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Heat sesame oil in a large stock pot over medium-high heat. Sear onion, garlic, carrots, and ginger until caramelized.
- Add chicken broth, beef broth, and water; bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer for at least one hour.
- Strain the broth using a skimmer to remove vegetables; adjust salt as needed.
- Serve the hot broth topped with chopped scallions and sliced mushrooms.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg