Description
Japanese Clear Onion Soup is a light and flavorful broth that captures the essence of comforting Asian cuisine. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a refreshing starter at dinner parties, this soup comes together in just 30 minutes with minimal effort. The combination of fragrant onions, fresh vegetables, and optional garnishes like mushrooms and scallions creates a delightful balance of flavors. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with noodles or rice, this clear soup is sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
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- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups diced onions
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup peeled and diced carrots
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- ½ tsp minced fresh ginger
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 cup thinly sliced button mushrooms
- ½ cup sliced scallions
- soy sauce (optional)
- sriracha (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat a little oil and cook the diced onions for about 10 minutes until soft and slightly caramelized.
- Stir in the carrots, celery, garlic, and ginger. Add the sesame oil and vegetable broth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer for 30 minutes to develop flavors.
- Strain the broth using a fine-mesh strainer or slotted spoon to remove solids.
- Place sliced mushrooms and scallions in serving bowls.
- Pour hot broth over the garnishes and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg