Japanese Onion Soup
A comforting and flavorful Japanese Onion Soup combining sweet caramelized onions with a savory dashi broth, perfect for a light and warming meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large onions, thinly sliced
- 4 cups dashi stock
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon mirin
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: tofu cubes or sliced mushrooms
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the thinly sliced onions and sugar, cooking slowly until onions are caramelized and golden brown, about 25 minutes.
- Pour in the dashi stock, soy sauce, and mirin; stir to combine.
- Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for an additional 10 minutes to blend flavors.
- If using, add tofu cubes or mushrooms and cook for 3-5 minutes until heated through.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
For extra richness, add a soft boiled egg or a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds before serving.
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