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Katsuo Dashi (Bonito Stock)
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Katsuo Dashi (Bonito Stock)

Katsuo Dashi is a fundamental Japanese bonito stock made by steeping dried bonito flakes (katsuobushi) in water. It provides a clear, flavorful broth used as a base in many Japanese dishes. The recipe involves simmering the bonito flakes in water to extract a rich umami flavor, and the resulting stock can be refrigerated or frozen for later use. The leftover bonito flakes may be repurposed for seasoning.

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 1 batch
Calories: 6 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Japanese

Ingredients

  • ⅔ oz katsuobushi 2 cups; packed, dried bonito flakes
  • 4 cups water

Instructions

To Store
    Cup of Yum
  1. If you are not using the dashi right away, store the dashi in a bottle or mason jar and keep in the refrigerator for 3–5 days or in the freezer for 2 weeks.
What to Do with Used Katsuobushi
  1. Save the drained katsuobushi to make Homemade Furikake rice seasoning. If you don‘t use it right away, you can freeze it for 2–3 weeks.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1batch Calories 6kcal (0%) Protein 1g (2%) Sodium 15mg (1%) Calcium 133mg (13%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1 batch

Amount Per Serving

Calories 6

% Daily Value*

Serving 1batch
Calories 6kcal 0%
Protein 1g 2%
Sodium 15mg 1%
Calcium 133mg 13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.