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Japanese Clear Soup

A Cozy Bowl of Japanese Clear Soup for Any Night

This Japanese Clear Soup combines light broths with fresh vegetables for a healthy, beginner-friendly dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Broths
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups beef broth substitute with vegetable broth for a vegetarian option
For the Vegetables
  • 1 onion (chopped) use shallots if a milder flavor is desired
  • 1 carrot (chopped) substitute with parsnips for a different taste
  • 1 celery (chopped) can be replaced with bok choy for a different texture
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced) fresh garlic is recommended for better flavor
  • 4 green onions (sliced) can be omitted or replaced with chives
  • 1 cup mushrooms (sliced, optional) consider shiitake for a richer flavor
For Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce use tamari for a gluten-free option
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil substituting with olive oil can alter the taste slightly
  • sea salt adjust to taste based on broth saltiness
  • black pepper (freshly ground) can substitute with white pepper for a milder spice

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, combine the chicken broth and beef broth along with the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Stir gently to mix the ingredients.
  2. Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil while watching closely to prevent overflow.
  3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and allow the soup to simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Carefully strain the soup through a fine mesh sieve into a large bowl to remove the solids.
  5. Return the strained broth to the pot and add soy sauce, sesame oil, sea salt to taste, and ground black pepper. Stir over medium heat for about 10 minutes.
  6. If using mushrooms, add them to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes to tenderize.
  7. Ladle the steaming soup into bowls and sprinkle with sliced green onions to garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Strain the broth thoroughly for crystal-clear consistency. Adjust the seasoning towards the end of cooking for perfect balance.

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