Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Japanese Onion Soup, a delightful blend of sweet onions, aromatic mushrooms, and a savory broth infused with ginger and garlic. This soul-soothing dish is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy night in or hosting friends for dinner. With its rich flavors and easy preparation, this recipe is sure to impress. Plus, it’s customizable—add your favorite vegetables or proteins to make it uniquely yours.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 Carrot (chopped)
- 1 small Onion (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Grated fresh ginger root
- 1/4 teaspoon Minced fresh garlic
- 1 tablespoon Minced fresh chives
- 1 cup Baby portobello mushrooms (sliced)
- 1/2 stalk Celery (chopped)
- 1 cup Chopped fresh shiitake mushrooms
- 3 teaspoons Beef bouillon granules
- 2 teaspoons Chicken stock
- 2 quarts Water
Instructions
- Chop the carrot, onion, ginger, and garlic finely. Slice the mushrooms.
- In a large saucepan or stockpot, combine all chopped veggies with chicken stock, beef bouillon granules, and water.
- Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over high heat. Once boiling, cover and reduce heat to medium; simmer for 45 minutes.
- For a smoother texture, blend part of the soup using an immersion blender.
- Strain the soup into another pot to remove solids. Serve hot in elegant bowls with freshly chopped chives as garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg