Description
Japanese Clear Soup is a delightful and rejuvenating dish that warms the soul with its light, aromatic broth. This soothing soup is perfect as a starter or a light meal, making it an ideal choice for cozy nights or casual gatherings. Featuring a blend of rich chicken and beef broths infused with fresh vegetables like carrots, scallions, and mushrooms, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly customizable based on your preferences. In just over an hour, you can enjoy a bowl of comforting goodness that’s brimming with flavor and nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 large sweet onion
- 6 cloves garlic
- 2-inch piece fresh ginger
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 large carrots
- 4 whole scallions
- 10 button mushrooms
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat sesame oil in a large stock pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and ginger; sear until caramelized.
- Pour in chicken broth, beef broth, and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for at least one hour.
- Remove solid vegetables using a skimmer and season the broth with salt as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped scallions and sliced mushrooms.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg