Description
Japanese Clear Onion Soup is a delightful and light dish that brings the comforting flavors of Japanese cuisine to your table. This refreshing soup, made with simple ingredients like onions, celery, and carrots, is perfect for any occasion—from cozy dinners to elegant gatherings. With its clear broth infused with the natural sweetness of vegetables, this recipe can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. Enjoy it as a starter or pair it with your favorite dishes for a complete meal!
Ingredients
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- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups diced onions
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- ½ tsp minced fresh ginger
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 cup thinly sliced button mushrooms (for serving)
- ½ cup sliced scallions (for serving)
- Soy sauce (optional)
- Sriracha (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add the diced onions and sauté for about 10 minutes until soft and slightly caramelized.
- Stir in the diced carrots, celery, garlic, and ginger. Pour in the vegetable broth and season with salt and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes.
- Use a fine-mesh strainer or slotted spoon to remove solid vegetables, leaving only the clear broth.
- Place sliced mushrooms and scallions in serving bowls and pour hot broth over them.
- Add soy sauce or sriracha if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg