Ingredients
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- 4 1/2 cups water
- 6 inches dried kelp (konbu)
- 1 cup bonito flakes
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Directions
1
Wipe konbu once with damp cloth and cut into strips.
2
Do not wipe off white residue as it dries.
3
Bring konbu strips and water to a boil over medium heat; remove konbu.
4
Add 1/4-1/2 cup ice water to stock to stop boiling.
5
Add bonito flakes and return to boil; then remove from heat.
6
When bonito flakes have all sunk from top, strain stock through cheesecloth or coffee filter placed over sieve into another pot.
7
Use as directed in recipes.
8
Freeze excess for later use, if desired.
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