Description
Delicate Japanese Clear Mushroom Soup mingles umami-rich shiitake and delicate enoki mushrooms in a light, soothing broth. Elegant simplicity and deep flavors make this comforting bowl a perfect start to your culinary journey through Japanese cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 32 ounces (907 grams) bone broth
- Sliced mushrooms
- Sliced green onions
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 to 2 pinches garlic powder
- 1 to 2 pinches ginger
Instructions
- Pour bone broth into a medium-sized pot and activate high heat until liquid reaches a vigorous rolling boil.
- Decrease temperature to low, gently incorporating ground ginger and garlic powder, allowing the aromatic spices to infuse the broth with delicate flavors.
- Drizzle sesame oil into the simmering liquid, creating a rich, nutty undertone that complements the delicate broth.
- Carefully slice mushrooms into thin, uniform pieces, introducing them to the warm broth and stirring gently to ensure even distribution.
- Sprinkle chopped green onions across the surface, letting them softly settle and release their mild, pungent essence into the soup.
- Allow the mixture to simmer quietly for 10-12 minutes, permitting the mushrooms to tenderize and absorb the layered seasonings while maintaining the broth’s crystal-clear appearance.
- Remove from heat and perform a final taste assessment, adjusting seasoning if necessary with subtle pinches of salt or additional spices.
- Ladle the translucent soup into serving bowls, ensuring an equal distribution of mushrooms and garnish, presenting a light yet deeply satisfying Japanese-inspired culinary creation.
Notes
- Use high-quality bone broth for a rich, deep flavor that elevates the entire soup’s taste profile.
- Slice mushrooms uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Adjust sesame oil quantity based on personal preference, as it can quickly overpower delicate broth flavors.
- Try substituting bone broth with vegetable broth for a vegan-friendly version that maintains the soup’s light and clean taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg