Description
Japanese clear soup is a soothing, heartwarming dish that embodies the essence of comfort food. This delicate broth, enriched with umami from shiitake mushrooms and the natural sweetness of fresh carrots, creates a symphony of flavors in every sip. Perfect as an appetizer or a light main course, it?s garnished with vibrant scallions for added freshness. Experience warmth and satisfaction with this delightful Japanese clear soup that will have you reaching for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shiitake mushrooms (fresh or dried)
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped scallions (green and white parts)
- 1 cup cubed tofu
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: thinly slice the carrots and scallions; soak dried shiitake mushrooms in hot water if using.
- Heat the chicken broth in a large pot over medium heat until it simmers.
- Add shiitake mushrooms and sliced carrots; simmer for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Introduce cubed tofu to the pot and cook for an additional 3 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Season to taste with soy sauce or salt.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped scallions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg