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Delicious Vegan Dashi Recipe (Shiitake Kombu Broth)

Vegan Dashi (Shiitake Kombu Dashi)

This Vegan Dashi is a simple and flavorful broth made with kombu and shiitake mushrooms, perfect for enhancing soups and noodle dishes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Broth, Soup
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Vegan Dashi
  • 4 cups water use good quality water for the best flavor
  • 1 piece kombu seaweed about 4 inches
  • 4-6 pieces dried shiitake mushrooms

Equipment

  • Pot

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Rinse the kombu under cold water to remove any dirt or impurities.
  2. Step 2: In a pot, combine the water, rinsed kombu, and dried shiitake mushrooms.
  3. Step 3: Let the mixture soak for 30 minutes to 1 hour to allow the flavors to infuse.
  4. Step 4: Heat the pot over medium heat and carefully remove the kombu just before the water reaches a boil.
  5. Step 5: Allow the shiitake mushrooms to simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and strain the liquid to remove the mushrooms.
  7. Step 7: Your dashi is now ready to be used in your recipes.

Notes

Store the dashi in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze it for up to 3 months.