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Awase Dashi

Awase Dashi

Japanese
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22 minutes
4 people
Easy≤30 min & ≤6 steps

22 min · 5 steps

Easy: ≤30 min and ≤6 steps

About this dish

The all-purpose Japanese stock, kombu steeped first and bonito flakes added at the very end for a short, sharp infusion. Deeper and smokier than kelp stock alone.

Allergy Info

Fish

Diet Info

Pescatarian

Ingredients

Fish & Seafood

  • Bonito flakes25 g

Dried Goods

  • Dried kombu15 g
  • Water1000 ml

Utensils

  • Saucepan
  • Fine-mesh sieve

Method

1

Wipe the kombu with a dry cloth to remove any grit, then submerge it in the water in a saucepan and leave to soak for 30 minutes.

Approx. 3 minutes
2

Set the pan over low heat and warm slowly for 10 minutes until small bubbles just begin to form at the edges, then lift out the kombu before it boils.

Approx. 10 minutes
3

Bring the kombu stock up to a bare simmer, add the bonito flakes, and remove the pan from the heat immediately.

Approx. 2 minutes
4

Let the bonito flakes settle and steep for 3 minutes without stirring, so the stock stays clear.

Approx. 3 minutes
5

Strain the stock through a fine-mesh sieve, pressing the flakes lightly, and use immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Approx. 4 minutes