Chuka Dashi Recipe (Chinese Seasoning Broth)
If you want to make Chuka dashi at home, you'll have to make the liquid form. You can't make the powder at home, but the liquid seasoning is equally delicious.
Cost $10
Equipment
- 1 Sauce pan
- 1 Blender or food processor
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb chicken breast or pork
- 1 cup sliced onions
- 1/2 cup dried shiitake mushrooms rehydrated and chopped
- 1 cup peeled and chopped carrots
- 1 inch peeled ginger thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, combine the meat, onions, rehydrated mushrooms, carrots, ginger, garlic, and vegetable oil.
- Cook over medium-high heat until the meat and vegetables are softened and starting to brown, about 10-15 minutes.
- Add the soy sauce and water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Pour the mixture into a blender or food processor, and blend until smooth. Let cool to room temperature before using it as a stock or seasoning.
