Japanese-Style Clear Broth with Soba Noodles & Shiitake
15min
25min
1
528
Chef's Note
For the most authentic dashi, look for katsuobushi (bonito flakes) and kombu at Asian markets. If you can't find them, a high-quality chicken stock can substitute, though the flavor profile will be different. The key to this dish is the clarity of the broth—avoid boiling vigorously, which can cloud the soup.
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Ingredients
2 oz dried soba noodles
3 oz boneless skinless chicken thigh
2 oz fresh shiitake mushrooms
2 inch piece dried kombu (kelp)
1/4 cup dried bonito flakes
1 tbsp low-sodium tamari or soy sauce
1 tsp mirin
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp, grated fresh ginger
1 stalk, sliced green onion
1 small, quartered baby bok choy
1 large soft-boiled egg
1/4 sheet, cut into strips nori seaweed
Instructions
- 1
Begin by making dashi (Japanese stock): In a medium pot, add 2 cups of water and the 2-inch piece of kombu. Heat on low for 10 minutes (do not boil).
- 2
Remove the kombu from the pot, then add 1/4 cup of bonito flakes. Bring to a gentle simmer, then immediately remove from heat. Let steep for 5 minutes.
- 3
Strain the dashi through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean pot, discarding the solids.
- 4
To the strained dashi, add 1 tbsp tamari/soy sauce, 1 tsp mirin, and 1 tsp grated ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- 5
Slice the 3 oz chicken thigh into thin strips. Add to the simmering broth and cook for 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
- 6
Meanwhile, clean and slice 2 oz shiitake mushrooms. Add to the broth and simmer for 3 minutes.
- 7
Add the quartered baby bok choy to the broth and simmer for 2 minutes until just tender.
- 8
In a separate pot, cook 2 oz soba noodles according to package directions (usually 4-5 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water to remove excess starch.
- 9
To prepare the egg: bring a small pot of water to a boil, carefully lower in 1 large egg and cook for exactly 6 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath, then peel and halve.
- 10
Place the cooked soba noodles in a serving bowl. Ladle the hot broth with chicken, mushrooms, and bok choy over the noodles.
- 11
Drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil over the soup, then garnish with sliced green onion, the halved soft-boiled egg, and nori strips.
- 12
Serve immediately while hot.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
528
33g
59g
18g
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