Description
Japanese Clear Onion Soup is a delightful and comforting dish that captures the essence of Japanese cuisine in an easy-to-make recipe. Perfect for any occasion, this light and flavorful soup features a clear broth made from fresh vegetables. With just nine ingredients and a cooking time of about 30 minutes, it’s ideal as a starter or a cozy meal. Enjoy the aromatic blend of sautéed onions, garlic, and ginger, complemented by tender vegetables, making each sip satisfying and refreshing. Customize it with your favorite veggies or proteins to create your perfect bowl of comfort.
Ingredients
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- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups onions (diced)
- 1 cup celery (diced)
- 1 cup carrots (peeled and diced)
- 1 tbsp garlic (minced)
- ½ tsp fresh ginger (minced)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 cup button mushrooms (thinly sliced)
- ½ cup scallions (sliced)
- Soy sauce (optional)
- Sriracha (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the diced onions in sesame oil for about 10 minutes until soft and slightly caramelized.
- Add the carrots, celery, garlic, and ginger; pour in the vegetable broth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.
- Strain the broth using a fine-mesh strainer to remove solids.
- Serve by placing thinly sliced mushrooms and scallions in bowls before pouring the hot broth over them.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg