Bonito Stock (Dashi) Recipe
(Yields 1 liter/ 4 cups)

10 cm / 4 in
1 liter/ 4 cups
60 ml/ 1/4 cup
80 g/ 1 cup

square piece konbu, wiped clean
water
cold water
bonito flakes

Method:

1. Cut konbu into 4 equal strips. Place in a saucepan, over medium heat, with liter/ 4 cups water. Just before it reaches the boil, remove and discard konbu.

2. Add the cold water and bonito flakes. Bring to the boil, remove from heat and set aside to cool.

3. When the bonito flakes have sunk to the bottom, strain the liquid; discard the flakes. Use as required.

PREPARATION TIME: 20 minutes                               

 

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