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Japanese Clear Soup Recipe

Japanese Clear Soup Recipe
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A delicate and flavorful Japanese Clear Soup that combines the richness of chicken and beef broths with aromatic vegetables and spices. This comforting soup is perfect as a light starter or a warming bowl on chilly days.

Ingredients

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Oils

  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil (or peanut oil)

Broths and Liquids

  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 4 cups water

Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 1 large sweet onion, peeled and cut into wedges
  • 6 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
  • 2 large carrots, cut into chunks
  • 2 inch piece fresh ginger, sliced
  • 4 whole scallions, chopped
  • 10 button mushrooms, sliced thin

Seasoning

  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Sear the Vegetables: Place a large 8-quart stock pot over medium-high heat. Add the sesame oil and then the onion wedges, smashed garlic, carrot chunks, and sliced ginger. Sear the vegetables on all sides to caramelize them gently, taking care not to burn the garlic, which will add depth to the broth.
  2. Add Broths and Simmer: Pour in the chicken broth, beef broth, and water into the pot with the seared vegetables. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Let it simmer uncovered for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld and intensify.
  3. Strain and Adjust Seasoning: Using a skimmer or slotted spoon, remove the vegetables from the broth. Taste the broth and add salt as needed to enhance the flavor.
  4. Serve the Soup: Ladle the hot, clear broth into serving bowls. Garnish each bowl with chopped scallions and thinly sliced button mushrooms for freshness and texture. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute vegetable broth for the chicken and beef broths.
  • Do not burn the garlic while searing; it can become bitter and spoil the broth taste.
  • You can strain the broth through a fine mesh sieve for an even clearer soup.
  • This soup pairs well with steamed rice or as a starter for a multi-course Japanese meal.
  • Leftover broth can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

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Keywords: Japanese clear soup, light broth soup, chicken beef broth soup, healthy Japanese soup, scallion mushroom soup

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