This strong broth is a great flavor booster for Asian-style vegetable soups, and is also pleasing eaten on its own. Vary it by using any of the embellishments suggested under Simple Miso Broth (page 13).
Recipe information
Yield
makes about 6 cups
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Heat the oil in a 2-quart saucepan or small soup pot. Add the onion and garlic and sauté over medium heat until golden.
Step 2
Add the broth, mushrooms, and soy sauce. Bring to a simmer, then cover and simmer gently for 15 minutes.
Step 3
Remove from the heat and let stand another 15 minutes. Strain through a sieve, reserving the mushrooms. Trim them of their tough stems. Save the caps for another use, or slice them and return to the broth.
Nutrition Information
Step 4
Per cup:
Step 5
Calories: 45
Step 6
Total fat: 2g
Step 7
Protein: 1g
Step 8
Fiber: 1g
Step 9
Carbohydrate: 7g
Step 10
Cholesterol: 0mg
Step 11
Sodium: 330mg
