What can I use a a substitute for Dashi in Japanese cooking?
What are some suitable substitutes for Dashi in Japanese cooking? I'm looking for alternatives that can mimic its distinct umami flavor and enhance my dishes. Any specific recipes or tips on using these substitutes effectively would also be appreciated.
4 Answers
Dashi is a soup stock made with Kombu kelp, soya sauce, mirin or sake, a touch of sugar and bonito flakes.
Any simple beef broth with a bit soya sauce and sugar is fine, not a substitute, but a close second, if you want the fish flavour, you can add a touch of Thai fish sauce, but that is not nessessary.
The kombu and bonito flakes make the distinct flavour in dashi, but can worked around.
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