Description
A comforting Japanese chicken soup made with dashi, chicken, and a variety of ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups Dashi (Or dashi powder mixed with hot water)
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce (Tamari is gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon Sake (Optional; omit for non-alcoholic)
- 1 pound Chicken Thigh (Can substitute with chicken breast)
- 4 slices Kamaboko (Japanese fishcake) (Tofu for vegetarian option)
- 1 cup Shiitake Mushrooms (Button or cremini mushrooms also work)
- 1 medium Carrot (Parsnip is a nice alternative)
- 1 cup Daikon (Radish can be used instead)
- 1 bunch Komatsuna (Alternatives: Mizuna or Spinach)
- 4 pieces Kirimochi (Fresh mochi can be used as well)
- 1 tablespoon Mitsuba (Parsley is a substitute if needed)
Instructions
- Start by adding the chicken thighs to a pot of boiling dashi. Cook for about 5 minutes, ensuring it is just cooked through and tender.
- Carefully skim any excess fat from the surface of the soup.
- Pour in the soy sauce and sake (if using) to enhance the flavor of the broth.
- Introduce the shiitake mushrooms, carrots, and daikon into the pot. Bring the mixture back to a boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes.
- In a separate pot, blanch the komatsuna (or spinach) for 1-2 minutes. Drain, then chop them into 1-inch pieces.
- Preheat a toaster oven to 375°F. Toast the kirimochi for about 10 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Gently stir the kamaboko into the simmering soup and heat for another 3-5 minutes.
- To dish up, place some chopped komatsuna at the bottom of bowls, pour the hot soup over, and top with the toasted kirimochi.
- Dig in right away for the best texture.
Notes
- This soup is best enjoyed fresh for optimal texture.
- Adjust ingredients based on dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg