Vegan Dashi

Ingredients

Servings

1 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 14 16

US / METRIC

4 cups

Water

2 Tbsp

Kombu

cut into strips 4-5 cm in length

2 Tbsp

Dried Shiitake Mushrooms

Cooking Instructions

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Step 1

For the cold brew method, cover the kombu and shiitake mushrooms in water in a large container and soak them overnight (at least 8 hours) or for the best results, 24 hours. For the hot brew method, heat Water (4 cups) in a medium-sized saucepan on high heat until it starts to boil. Add the Kombu (2 Tbsp) and reduce to medium-low heat. Cover the pan with a lid and simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 2

Drop in the Dried Shiitake Mushrooms (2 Tbsp) and cook for another 10 minutes.

Step 3

Turn off the heat but keep the lid on and let the mixture rest for 10 minutes.

Step 4

Once you’ve made the dashi, either from the cold or hot brew method, strain it through a cheesecloth or fine mesh.