Japanese Onion Soup, also known as “Dashi Onion Soup,” which is light, flavorful, and perfect as a starter or a light meal:

Ingredients:

4 cups water
1 large onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon dried bonito flakes (katsuobushi)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine)
2 green onions (scallions), thinly sliced
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: sliced mushrooms, tofu cubes, or cooked chicken for extra flavor and texture
Optional garnish: sesame seeds, chopped cilantro, or thinly sliced nori (seaweed)
Instructions:

Prepare the Dashi: In a pot, bring the water to a gentle boil. Add the bonito flakes and simmer for 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and let it steep for another 5 minutes. Strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove the bonito flakes, resulting in a clear dashi broth.

Cook the Onions: Return the strained dashi broth to the pot. Add the sliced onions and bring the broth to a simmer. Cook the onions for about 5-7 minutes until they become tender and translucent.

Season the Soup: Add soy sauce and mirin to the pot. Stir well to combine. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary. Keep in mind that the soy sauce adds saltiness, so adjust accordingly.

Add Optional Ingredients: At this point, add any additional ingredients like mushrooms, tofu, or chicken to the soup. Let them simmer for a few minutes until they are heated through.

Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls. Garnish each serving with sliced green onions and any other optional garnishes you desire, such as sesame seeds, cilantro, or nori.

Enjoy: Serve the Japanese onion soup hot as a comforting appetizer or a light meal. It pairs well with a bowl of steamed rice or a side of salad for a complete Japanese-inspired meal.

This Japanese Onion Soup recipe is simple yet bursting with umami flavor from the dashi broth and soy sauce. Customize it with your favorite ingredients to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy!

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