Japanese Onion Soup
A comforting and savory Japanese Onion Soup featuring sweet caramelized onions and umami-rich dashi broth, perfect as a light appetizer or warming starter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
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- 3 large onions, thinly sliced
- 4 cups dashi stock (Japanese soup stock)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon mirin
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Chopped green onions for garnish
- Optional: toasted bread or croutons
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring often, until they turn golden brown and caramelized (about 20-25 minutes).
- Sprinkle sugar over the onions and cook for another 2 minutes to enhance sweetness.
- Pour in the dashi stock and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add soy sauce and mirin, stirring to combine.
- Simmer the soup for another 10 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and optional toasted bread or croutons.
Notes
For extra depth, add a small amount of miso paste just before serving, or top with a soft-boiled egg for a heartier option.
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