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How to Use Dashi Packets

Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Author Yuto Omura
Servings 1 serving

Ingredients 
 

  • 400 ml water varies by brand, check packaging for accuracy
  • 1 dashi packet

Instructions 

  • Heat 400 ml water until it's gently simmering.
    simmering water in a pan
  • Place 1 dashi packet in the pan and simmer for 5 minutes. Keep the heat low to avoid a rolling boil.
    dashi bag placed in a pot of hot water
  • If the packet floats, hold it down using chopsticks.
    pushing the dashi bag down into the water with chopsticks
  • After 5 minutes, remove the dashi packet without squeezing and discard.
    removing dashi packet from saucepan with wooden cooking chopsticks
  • Use the dashi straight away or cool and store in the refrigerator.
    dashi made with dashi packet in a saucepan

Notes

  • To store leftovers, allow the dashi to cool and then transfer to a clean, airtight container. Keep in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • To freeze, divide into convenient portions using an ice cube tray or similar and freeze for up to 1 month.