Jeffrey Alford, Naomi Duguid

Quick Vegetarian Dashi Broth

Preparation info
  • Makes about

    4 cups

    broth
    • Difficulty

      Easy

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By Jeffrey Alford and Naomi Duguid

Published 1998

  • About

This is the simplest broth of all. It is delicately flavored with kombu and has a dark amber color (darker than the classic dashi) and a pleasing taste. We like it for its simplicity and mildness; when we need a stock for cooking subtly flavored ingredients, this will not overpower.

Ingredients

  • One 6- by 4-inch piece kombu, lightly rinsed or wiped with a damp cloth
  • 4 cups water

Method

Place the kombu in a medium pot with the water. If you have the time, let soak for 15 minutes. Bring to a boil and immediately remove the kombu.