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Japanese Clear Soup

Easy Japanese Clear Soup for Cozy Nights at Home

This Easy Japanese Clear Soup is a warm, comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings, impressing guests with rich flavors while accommodating various dietary needs.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil Adds depth of flavor; substitute with peanut oil if desired.
  • 4 cups chicken broth Can be replaced with vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
  • 2 cups beef broth Enhances meaty flavor; can use mushroom broth for a plant-based option.
  • 4 cups water Dilutes the broth to achieve desired flavor intensity.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium sweet onion Provides sweetness; substitute with yellow onion if needed.
  • 3 cloves garlic Fresh is best; avoid powdered garlic.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger Offers warmth and spice.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup carrots Adds sweetness; can omit for a purer broth.
  • 1 cup button mushrooms Enhances umami flavor.
  • 2 stalks scallions Used as a fresh garnish.

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of sesame oil. Once shimmering, add 1 diced sweet onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 cup of diced carrots, and 1 tablespoon of freshly grated ginger. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until onions are translucent and garlic is fragrant.
  2. Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth, 2 cups of beef broth, and 4 cups of water into the pot, stirring to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for at least 1 hour.
  3. Use a slotted spoon to skim off any foam or impurities. Carefully remove the vegetables using a fine mesh strainer.
  4. Taste and season the broth with salt and soy sauce if desired. Ladle the hot broth into bowls and garnish with sliced button mushrooms and chopped scallions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the soup to simmer longer for intensified flavors and consider adding seasonal vegetables for variety.

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